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Rooftop Bar in Redmond Offers a Breathtaking View and Sustainable Dining Experience

Local Cuisine and 360-Degree Views

Set against the panoramic backdrop of the Cascade Range, The Rooftop in Redmond makes you wonder why there aren’t more rooftop bars in Central Oregon. The space atop the SCP Redmond Hotel dazzles with atmosphere, local cuisine and inspired ethos.

Spanning 1,500 square feet, the flex indoor and outdoor space provides guests with intimate seating amidst native gardens with vistas of the Three Sisters, Mount Bachelor, Black Butte and Smith Rock State Park.

According to Tobias Colvin, SCP Redmond’s general manager, “This is the place to visit for amazing sunsets, cuddly couches, glowing fireplaces and perfectly executed after-dinner drinks and desserts—ideal for romantic date nights or aprés-adventure storytelling.”

The menu reflects SCP’s core values of sustainability, community and wellness. Joseph Ortiz, the executive chef at The Rooftop explained, “The menu is influenced by blue zones and Mediterranean-style Pacific Northwest crops featuring fresh ingredients sourced from local farms, foraged from the region’s land as well as SCP Redmond Hotel’s very own rooftop garden.” The result is a plant-forward menu offering nourishing light bites, shareable plates and carefully crafted beverages. Partnerships with local farmers in the high desert community prioritize both diner health and environmental sustainability.

Standout dishes include the grilled watermelon with burrata, a refreshing and flavorful starter evoking the essence of summer. The jackfruit nachos offer bold and hearty flavors crafted from plant-based ingredients for the adventurous palate. The pizzas feature a 72-hour fermented poolish dough for a crust that’s both flavorful and easily digestible. Ortiz added, “Our special sourdough culture has been carefully developed over time with a focus on promoting healthy digestion and a strong immune system.”

The menu’s “hyper-local” ingredients are mentioned often for good reason. “Perennial plantings such as mulberries, strawberries, pears, cilantro, mint, parsley, rosemary and apples thrive in SCP Redmond’s gardens,” Colvin noted. These ingredients aren’t merely garnishes; they play a central role in the cocktail menu as well.

From Garden by the Sea, a snap pea daiquiri with fresh cucumber and snap pea-infused rum, to the Matcha Do About Nothing, incorporating vodka infused with Metolius matcha and honey, each drink offers local flavors that make for bright and effervescent summer patio cocktails. Additionally, The Rooftop offers an array of thoughtful nonalcoholic refreshments, such as the 6 am at the Farmer’s Market, a herbaceous spritzer blending fresh herbs, green tea and house-made celery shrub.

Since its inception, The Rooftop has become a gathering place for Central Oregonians. “It provides a space for the community to gather and celebrate,” Colvin reflected. From hosting weddings to offering a space for locals and travelers alike to unwind and connect, The Rooftop has become a cornerstone of the area — with a bird’s eye view.

The Rooftop at SCP Redmond | 521 SW 6th St., Ste 100, Redmond
(541) 508-7600 | scphotel.com

A Wellness-Inspired Getaway to Central Oregon

With endless opportunities for recreation, nourishing cuisine and a peaceful high desert landscape, Central Oregon is an ideal destination for a wellness-focused getaway in the heart of Oregon. Not sure where to start or how to plan such an escape? Read on for a detailed itinerary for a weekend of relaxing, recharging and soothing the soul.

Day 1

Afternoon

Check-in at SCP Redmond Hotel, the eco-friendly hotel located in Redmond’s quaint downtown. With its warm and earthy design elements inspired by the Central Oregon landscape, you’ll begin to feel at ease the moment you arrive.

For a truly immersive wellness experience, be sure to book a Peaceful Room mindfully designed to enhance relaxation and encourage better sleep. With a meditation pillow, oil diffuser, yoga mat and no electronic screen, it’s the perfect sanctuary for some much-deserved rest and relaxation.

Once settled in, head outdoors to spend the rest of the afternoon soaking up the Central Oregon scenery. The Eagle Crest River Walk is an easy 2.5-mile trail near Redmond that’s perfect for trail running or a leisurely stroll along the river.

Evening

When you return, make your way to The Rooftop, the hotel’s rooftop garden for craft cocktails and local bites to toast your arrival. Find yourself surrounded by a serene native garden and panoramic views of the Cascade mountain range. With the best seat in Central Oregon to watch the sunset, it’s guaranteed to be an unforgettable dining experience.

The views are just the beginning; the beautiful cuisine is the true show-stopper. Each cocktail and mocktail features fresh fruits and herbs picked from the rooftop garden and the small plates are crafted with locally sourced ingredients.

Once the sun has set and you feel satiated, retreat to your room for a relaxing evening. Fall asleep soundly, knowing that you’re not only taking care of yourself but also directly supporting organizations making a positive social impact. With each stay at an SCP Hotel, you provide one adolescent with mental health resources, light the home of one family caring for a critically ill child for 24 hours, and plant one tree in an unnaturally deforested area.

Day 2: Morning

Start the morning by elevating your heart rate at SCP Fit in the hotel. The state-of-the-art boutique fitness space is fully equipped with Peloton bikes, TRX machines, and weight racks, available for any hotel guest to use. Once you’ve worked up a sweat, take a quiet moment in the peaceful meditation room to clear your head and set an intention for your day.

Next, head to Provisions Market to fuel up with a plant-forward breakfast. The menu features items such as a bagel breakfast sandwich with eggs from a local farm, french toast with sourdough from a nearby bakery, and oatmeal topped with fresh Oregon berries. Refreshing smoothies and locally roasted coffee are also available.

With a day of activity ahead, grab a salad or sandwich to-go so you can fuel up later in the day. The Mediterranean hummus wrap and crunchy cashew quinoa salad come with high praise.

Once you’ve stocked up, it’s time for some soul-enriching, heart-pumping time in nature. Grab a water bottle and throw on your favorite adventure apparel, we’re heading to Smith Rock State Park.

Afternoon

Located just fifteen minutes from downtown Redmond, Smith Rock is home to scenic hiking trails, rugged canyon landscapes and world-renowned rock climbing. The best way to see everything that this state park offers is by hiking the Misery Ridge loop. This hike is more breathtaking than miserable. The summit provides an insane bird’s eye view of Central Oregon, making it the perfect spot to stop and catch your breath before continuing.

Afterward, make your way back to the hotel and take some time to unwind. If you have work that needs to be done, head to SCP Commons, a beautiful coworking space designed to inspire both creativity and productivity.

Once you’re done with work for the day, swing by the Wayfarer Club for tavern-inspired small plates such as Spanish roasted nuts, citrus marinated olives, jackfruit tacos and more. There is also an extensive libations menu to browse through. Check out one of the adventure books laying around and enjoy a cozy afternoon. It’s been a busy day and there’s still a night full of nourishing food and fun waiting for you.

Evening

Dinner at Terra Kitchen, SCP’s plant-forward and locally sourced restaurant is an absolute must. The true farm-to-table dining experience is committed to crafting food that’s good for you, good for the community, good for the planet…and just really, really good. The kitchen’s close partnership with surrounding farms allows it to source the freshest ingredients possible while also supporting the burgeoning local food scene. The seasonally rotating menu draws inspiration from blue zones, Mediterranean cuisine and Pacific Northwest crops, resulting in a fusion of healthy, flavorful and sustainable dishes.

For an appetizer, try the Mushroom Pesto Tartine. It is grilled rye sourdough topped with kale pesto, mushroom duxelles, manchego, Fresno pepper, citrus arugula and hazelnut. For a refreshing salad, try the Terra Summer Salad. It’s full of local leafy greens, burrata, grilled watermelon, sugar snap peas, sunflower seeds and mint, all tossed with a ginger lemon vinaigrette. Check out the libations menu for a wide variety of handcrafted cocktails and mocktails, natural wines, and local beers – guaranteed to enhance your dining experience.

The Farm Vegetable Paella is a delicious first-course option. This dish offers aromatic saffron rice mixed with chorizo-seasoned cauliflower, snap peas, fennel, kale and whipped ricotta-chevre. It’s then topped with harissa-romesco sauce and a piece of grilled bread. The Primavera Pasta is another nutrient-dense and flavorful dish. Linguini is served with tarragon kale pesto, roasted garlic, cured egg yolk, charred broccolini, and garlic scapes.

With the brûlée cheesecake, a handcrafted Medjool and walnut crust filled with marionberry compote, you no longer have to choose between your wellbeing and a mouthwatering dessert.

Day 3: Morning

Before packing your bags, begin your morning with another sweat at SCP Fit or with a moment of gratitude in the meditation room. Enjoy breakfast at Provisions Market and grab some healthy snacks for the road. Leave feeling nourished and refueled, dreaming of the next time you’ll be back.

SCP Redmond Hotel | https://scphotel.com/redmond/ | (541) 508-7600

2024 Pacific Northwest Classic Tournament

Over 700 pickleball players will battle it out for a staggering $34,000 prize pool at the Pacific Northwest Classic. Sponsored by Thump Coffee and hosted by Bend Pickleball Club, this premier tournament attracts both seasoned professionals and passionate amateurs. Spectators can expect five days of exhilarating competition and camaraderie, making the Pacific Northwest Classic a must-attend event for pickleball enthusiasts.

Campfire Cuisine Elevated: Chefs Revolutionize Outdoor Dining in Central Oregon

Out in the wild, culinary disasters can strike as surely as rain: with sandwiches soggy enough to double as sponges, mediocre meals that taste suspiciously like yesterday’s hotdogs and blame flung as freely as snack wrappers. Such gastronomic misadventures are legendary among those who venture into nature. Fortunately, the era of cooler chaos and frayed nerves is giving way to a revolution among the pines as innovative chefs transform Central Oregon’s great outdoors into a grand dining hall. Humble campfire fare can be elevated to sublime feasts, proving that the best tables in town are under a vast sky in the middle of nowhere.

Luckey's Woodsman Off-Grid Provisions Chef prepares dinner outdoors — Chef Jackson Higdon of Luckey’s Woodsman Off-Grid Provisions prepares dinner outdoors | Photo by Arian Stevens

Elevated Eats Made Easy by Pacaya

Once upon a smoky campfire, Jason Eckhoff and Chris Arathoon found themselves lamenting the culinary woes of camping with kids—from hastily grabbed convenience food on the way out of town to lackluster meals that sparked more groans than glee. “What if outdoor food was actually good?” they wondered. Not just passable, but mouthwateringly spectacular. From the ashes of mealtime misfires, their company Pacaya was born.

Named for a Guatemalan volcano and just as fiery in its ambitions, Pacaya is redefining what it means to eat well in the wild. No more last-minute dashes to the grocery store or the dreaded realization that the butter sits forgotten on the kitchen counter. Pacaya’s meal kits are the antithesis of traditional camp food. They are meticulously planned and locally sourced, with a dash of international flair. Offerings include flavor-packed hits such as Pork Carnitas Tacos with Guatemalan refried beans or Flatiron Steak paired with Chimichurri sauce. This isn’t roughing it; it’s dining out—way out.

The genius of Pacaya lies in its simplicity and attention to detail. Each meal kit is portioned and packed in a pre-chilled Yeti cooler and weather-proof dry box, turning the wilderness into a makeshift gourmet kitchen. Every component is labeled, organized and accompanied by easy-to-follow instructions, reducing both waste and the common campsite squabbling over who forgot to pack what. Even the culinary novice can prepare a feast under the stars in 20 minutes or less using one pot and one pan.

Pacaya Camp Meals Made Easy | Photo by Alyson Brown

From their famous Easy Clean-up Western Omelette, made with pasture-raised eggs that slide out of the bag perfectly, leaving nothing to clean, to the Walking Tamale that promises mid-day mobility and flavor in every bite, Pacaya has simplified the outdoor dining experience without compromising on taste. “We want you to have fun in the woods instead of stressing over shopping, prepping and cleaning,” said Eckhoff. “Get outside, have an adventure, and leave the meal planning to us.”

Luckey's Woodman Plating dinner — Luckey’s Woodsman plating dinner | Photo by Arian Stevens

Taste the Wild with Luckey’s Woodsman

At Luckey’s Woodsman Off-Grid Provisions in Sisters, Jackson Higdon draws on his heritage and love for the outdoors to deliver a menu that bridges Old-World techniques with modern culinary trends. Inspired by his grandparents’ original establishment, Luckey’s Woodsman celebrates the wild abundance of Central Oregon in several aways. He has a brick-and mortar-shop, food truck and hosts events, such as a forager’s dinner where diners gather raw foods he prepares for a feast in the forest.

Outdoor cooking over the fire by Luckey's Woodman

Luckey’s menu features hearty but healthy dishes that reflect the untamed spirit of the forest. The Lumberjack—a guest favorite—features a 14-hour smoked brisket paired with local greens and woodsman beans, drizzled with pesto and chipotle aioli. Each dish celebrates the region’s natural bounty, crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

Salmon Dinner Luckey's Woodsman — Salmon Dinner Luckey’s Woodsman | Photo by Arian Stevens

For adventurers on the go, Luckey’s offers Camper Kits—conveniently prepared meals just a phone call or email away. Hot kits are designed to be warmed on a stove or over a campfire. Cold boxes are packed with items such as the Wanderlust Wrap, guaranteed to withstand the day’s journey without turning soggy.

Seated dinner in the woods by Luckey's Woodsman — Seated Forager’s Dinner in the Woods by Luckey’s Woodsman | Photo by Arian Stevens

As a purveyor of outdoor-inspired cuisine, Higdon insists, “The forest shares its bounty generously; we must honor it.” Deeply ingrained into every slice and simmer, this ethos is a nod to promise that was printed on his grandparents’ original menu over 60 years ago of The Woodsman Way: “To honor all who stand in awe and appreciation of the great outdoors.”

Luckey's Woodsman dessert — Luckey’s Woodsman dessert | Photo by Arian Stevens

Al Fresco Dining with AlpenGlow Adventure Catering

Dining under a starlit sky, accompanied only by the rustle of leaves and clink of cutlery, is not the stuff of dreams but a daily reality for Robert Dudzik and Erin DeJarnette. The brains behind AlpenGlow Adventure Catering, the duo blends extensive culinary expertise with outdoor logistics prowess, showing Central Oregon that gourmet meals genuinely belong in the wild.

AlpenGlow’s custom cook trailer transports a complete gourmet kitchen into the heart of the wilderness—whether for a romantic dinner for two by a secluded lake or a lavish meal for 60 people in the Alvord Desert. Every meal, prepared over an open flame, is infused with a smokey richness that enhances each bite.

Guests are not just diners but participants in an immersive event that blends gourmet cooking with the rugged charm of Central Oregon. “Our meals are a testament to the beauty and abundance surrounding us,” said Dudzik. “We’re giving people a true taste of the land.” Dining with AlpenGlow might include a Cowboy Cookout with smoke-tinged slow-roasted brisket and Dutch oven delights or an exquisite nine-course affair with fire-roasted duck and an arugula salad with a burnt-orange gastrique. Every meal celebrates flavors sourced directly from more than 30 local farms and ranches. AlpenGlow’s commitment to the “Leave No Trace” philosophy means that the only things they leave behind are satisfied smiles and perhaps a craving for seconds.

Aerial shot of dining table at Luckey's Woodsman Outdoor Dining — Aerial shot of dining table at Luckey’s Woodsman Seated Forager’s Dinner | Photo by Arian Stevens

Octane Adventures: Experience Central Oregon’s Hidden Gems on ATVs

Without a doubt, we have a lot of outdoor activities to experience in Bend. From hundreds of miles of mountain biking trails to cooling off by floating the Deschutes River, it can seem like recreation in Central Oregon is endless.

That is, until you’ve lived here for a while and feel like you’ve done all that Bend offers. But the truth is, you haven’t discovered the next best thing: exploring trails on an ATV.

Here at Bend Magazine, we try our very best to keep you updated on the happenings around Central Oregon and what to do on any given day, any time of year. So, when Matt Miller and his crew at Octane Adventures invited us out for a day of four-wheeling on some of Central Oregon’s ATV trails, we jumped at the opportunity and thought we’d bring you along for the adventure.

Heading out on the trails with Octane Adventures

Hitting the Trails with Octane Adventures

Octane Adventures offers a few different trips, both guided and self-guided. After reading rave reviews online, we opted for the guided tour, which we strongly recommend, too. Octane Adventures guides take you to all the best local spots as they know the area like the back of their hands. Access areas and views most people won’t reach even on the most epic hiking days. Propelled on four wheels, see lava flows, serene alpine lakes and views of the Cascade Range. Plus, with our guide leading the way, we didn’t waste time circling the same backroads, missing the best viewpoints, spots to cool off, or secret trails. We could focus on the fun, with no risk of getting lost. Despite maps on smartphones, ATV routes can take riders pretty far out there in areas with little to no cell service.

Take the tour with Octane Adventures Octane Adventures offers two different guided tours: If you only have two hours, check out Octane’s High Cascade Scenic Tour. As the name suggests, the High Cascades Scenic Tour will take you deep into Central Oregon’s backroads, to spectacular viewpoints nearly inaccessible by regular vehicles.

If you have more time, consider Octane Adventures’ Black Sands ATV Tour. The Black Sands tour gets deep into Central Oregon’s backcountry, featuring some of the area’s most challenging trails and backroads. Stunning mountain views, lakes, streams, and lava flows await you on this 4-hour ATV experience.

Black Sands outside Sisters, Oregon

Tours with Octane Adventures take you so close to the Cascade Range that you can nearly reach out and touch the mountains. After winding down pine forest backcountry roads, you come upon some of the most pristine lakes and remarkable geological features, like lava flows and lava tube caves. We watched as bald eagles soared overhead. It is truly unbelievable to know this is right here in our backyard! Bend Magazine’s guided tour with Octane Adventures had us riding up to Little Cache Mountain near Mount Washington for some of the most spectacular 360-degree views we have ever seen.

Through the pond at Black Sands Oregon

To say we had fun would be an understatement.

Octane Adventures

If you have a handle on the area and know where to go, signing up for a self-guided tour is an option. Rental of one of Octane’s side-by-side ATVs, for four- or eight-hour rental options. The price of a four-hour rental was same as the four-hour Black Sands ATV Tour, so we opted to go with a guide to uncover Central Oregon’s secret spots.

Helmet safety first Octane Adventures

How an Octane Adventures Trip Works

Booking a trip through Octane Adventures’ website is super easy. First, choose between the High Cascades, Black Sands, or self-guided trips. Next, select the dates you want to go — Octane Adventures will automatically filter out the days they are fully booked on their calendar. Lastly, after you confirm your booking, you’ll receive a booking confirmation with all the information you need for your ATV adventure.

Polaris ATV rentals through Octane Adventures

On the day of your trip, you’ll meet Octane Adventures at their trailhead in Sisters, where they will have their brand new Polaris RZR XP1000 4-seaters waiting for you. And, yes, despite this being a “guided” tour, you and up to three friends will be driving one of these go-anywhere, off-road machines.

Driving the Polaris side-by-side should come naturally, as automatic transmission and power steering make them very similar to the car you showed up in. And don’t be afraid of getting lost, as each side-by-side is equipped with a user-friendly GPS navigation system. That way, you can track where the other vehicles are on the map at all times. Everyone stays together on this excursion.

Prepare to get wet in tiny streams ATV riding Sisters Oregon

Before you follow your guide deep into the forest, Octane Adventures goes over a few safety items. You’ll discuss where you are going and get a comprehensive orientation of how to operate the side-by-side. Next, you’ll be fitted for a helmet and goggles, both provided by Octane Adventures. And before the pedal hits the floor, you’ll be shown how to strap into the 3-point harness in your seat properly.

GPS screen in Polaris ATV

If you want to amp up your safety knowledge, watch the ATV safety and trail etiquette videos, along with a liability release form sent to you beforehand—they’re packed with useful tips, especially if this is your first time operating an ATV.

Pro Tips from the Trail

Use the bathroom before leaving home, there are no facilities in the backcountry.
Pack water, snacks, or lunch (you can rent a cooler from Octane).
Be sure to stay hydrated and fueled to fully enjoy your epic adventure!

Now, you’re ready to ride. See you on the trails!

ATV tour in Sisters Oregon with Octane Adventures

Explore Winters with Octane, Too

When the temperature drops and snow begins to fall, Octane Adventures trades their side-by-sides for snowmobiles. And while they explore the Cascade Mountains outside of Sisters during the summer, Octane heads south to explore Newberry Crater in the winter.

Octane Adventures offers three different guided snowmobile tours. The first is a two-hour tour of some of the most scenic locations at Newberry Crater. Two hours is added to the second tour option, with a stop at the historic Paulina Lake Lodge for food and drinks (which we highly recommend). The third tour has riders chasing the sunset around Newberry Crater to catch some of the most spectacular golden hour views.

Heading back to camp on Octane Adventures

Pro Tip for Weather

Embrace weather of all kinds! Cloudy sunsets can reveal an equally stunning and moody winter landscape. Tours for all four seasons offer remarkable experiences, rain, snow or shine.

Ready for Your Adventure?

Octane Adventures is your ticket to discovering more of Bend. Whether you’re exploring trails in summer or cruising the snow in winter, they offer an adventure like no other. So what are you waiting for? Book your trip and explore the wild side of Central Oregon.

Starshine Stargazing Tour at Suttle Lodge

On Saturday, July 27th, at 9:00 PM, Starshine will host a stargazing tour at Suttle Lodge. This exploration is open to people of all ages, so anyone can investigate the night sky of Central Oregon. The event will feature star stories, constellation identification, and planet viewing. Stargazers will receive a sky map and learn to use it. This is a stellar opportunity to explore Central Oregon’s night sky and develop your celestial fluency!

Bend Rugby: PWN Rugby Championship final

Bend Rugby host Clark county chiefs, in the PNW rugby Championship(D3) Final. For the second year in a row, Bend and Clark Co. face off to compete for top spot in the PNW, and a place in the USA Club rugby sweet 16 Pacific Super regionals, in Las Vegas May 3rd/4th. From here there is the potential for a spot in the final 4 nationals tournament in Texas, May 17th-19th.

Saisons on the Lawn

Join us for our second annual Saisons on the Lawn event at Crux! Entry is free. Taster package is $20 and includes a special tasting glass and 5 tokens. Additional tokens can be purchased for $2. Each token gets you one 4oz sample of saisons available from 6+ breweries. All proceeds benefit the Oregon Brewers Guild.

Enjoy Authentic Mexican Street Food and Margaritas at El Sancho in Bend, Oregon

Enjoy Tacos, Margaritas and More at El Sancho in Bend

Savoring loaded tacos and refreshing margarita pitchers on the porch of El Sancho has become a rite of passage in Central Oregon. With locations on both the east and west sides of Bend, El Sancho began as a food cart in 2010 before transitioning to a brick-and-mortar eatery. The menu offers Mexican street food that prioritizes sustainability and affordability, ensuring the community can continue to enjoy its mouthwatering cuisine for years to come.

El Sancho Street Tacos

Expect Laidback, Casual Dining at El Sancho

Stepping onto the porch of either El Sancho location, patrons are immediately greeted with a laid-back, vibrant atmosphere. Both spaces are awash with cheerful colors and offer ample outdoor and indoor seating. They’re hubs of activity, always abuzz with the chatter of diners eagerly awaiting the authentic Mexican street food.

Food Menu at El Sancho

El Sancho’s menu is a treasure trove of tasty treats that cater to both meat lovers and vegetarians alike. For those craving animal protein, indulge in the barbacoa tacos with shredded beef and guajillo salsa or the shrimp tacos piled with fried shrimp, cilantro, cabbage, crema and avocado salsa.

El Sancho Mexican Street Food

For those with a plant-focused palate, opt for an order of the potato and poblano rajas tacos featuring crispy fried potatoes, roasted poblano and onion topped with salsa verde, or the earthy mushroom tacos with a blend of wild mushrooms, onion, cabbage, tomatillo, chili paste and guajillo salsa.

While tacos may be what put El Sancho on the map, the menu offers much more. From the crispy perfection of its fried plantains with a serrano aioli to the warm flavors of chilaquiles, there are plenty more dishes showcasing fresh ingredients.

Eastside Outdoor Seating at El Sancho

El Sancho Margaritas

Is any Mexican feast complete without a refreshing margarita? El Sancho’s margarita pitchers are colorful creations made in-house with freshly squeezed citrus. Try the passion fruit margarita, a flavorful combination of tequila, triple sec, house mix and passion fruit purée with a sugar rim. Or opt for the mango margarita with tequila, triple sec, lime juice, mango purée and a tajin rim, plus an option to make it spicy.

If these flavors don’t pique your taste buds, there arepical flavors to choose from. Service at El Sancho is prompt and friendly. With a casual counter-service approach, diners can place their orders, find a cozy spot, and bask in the Central Oregon sunshine while their feast is prepared with care. The whole experience is easy and casual, and the result are dishes that never disappoint.

How to Get There

Eastside: 335 NE Dekalb Ave, Bend, OR 97701 | Monday – Sunday, 11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Westside: 1254 NW Galveston Ave, Bend, OR 97701 | Monday – Sunday, 11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Click here for more information. | Read more about our local food and restaurant scene. | Visit our Dining Guide here.

Your Guide to an Unforgettable Spring Break in Central Oregon

Springtime in Central Oregon is never just one thing. You can spend a bluebird day skiing at Mt. Bachelor or lace up your tennis shoes for a run on one of Central Oregon’s many river trails. Those brave enough, and able to get their hands on a wetsuit, can surf at the Bend Whitewater Park. You might even do all three in one day, known as a Bend trifecta, topping off the action-packed fun with an après-beer on a local brewery’s patio.

Whether you’re visiting for a spring break getaway or a local in need of a little inspiration to enhance your staycation, this is your guide for planning the perfect spring break in Central Oregon.

Springtime Weather in Central Oregon

Spring in Central Oregon boasts a wealth of diverse activities, thanks to its varied weather forecast. Temperatures range from the refreshing 40s to the balmy (for us) 60s, and while the sun often graces the region with its presence, don’t be surprised by the occasional spring shower or flurry of snow. Come prepared for the whims of Mother Nature by packing for every possibility, from ski boots to hiking gear, puffy jackets to tank tops. Ensure that you’re ready to seize the day, snow or shine.

kayaking near smith rock oregon

Spring Hiking in Central Oregon

As winter loosens its grip on Central Oregon, spring is an ideal time to grab your boots and hit the trails to soak up the changing season. Take the family for a tour at beautiful destinations such as Smith Rock State Park, Tumalo Falls or the Deschutes River Trail and enjoy their stunning scenery. Or, head off the beaten path and explore hidden gems like the Larry Chipwood Loop through the Badlands or the Preserve Rim and Creek Loop in Whychus Canyon—where Central Oregon’s rare but colorful wildflowers bloom. Grab your daypack, embrace the crisp spring air and enjoy the beauty of spring hiking in Central Oregon.

Spring Skiing in Central Oregon

Spring skiing in Central Oregon is hard to beat, with Mt. Bachelor and Hoodoo Ski Area both boasting longer-than-average ski seasons, you can expect to be carving tracks well into the sun-kissed days of April and May. This means spring-breakers in March are likely to enjoy a solid snow-base and bluebird conditions. With an array of exciting events filling the spring calendars at both mountains, from whimsical costume contests to après-ski soirées, there’s never a dull moment on Central Oregon’s mountains.

Spring Fishing in Central Oregon

Cast your line into the crystal-clear waters of the Deschutes and Metolius rivers to discover why spring is the angler’s paradise in Central Oregon. As the snow melts and the rivers swell, hungry trout eagerly await their next meal. Whether you’re a fly-fishing pro or a novice angler, Central Oregon rivers offers endless opportunities to reel in your next trophy catch. Join local guides as they lead you to secret fishing spots in Central Oregon, sharing their expertise and tales of the one that got away.

Spring Mountain Biking in Central Oregon

The melting snow also uncovers spring mountain biking trails ready to offer hours of adventure. Embrace the thrill of spring mountain biking in Central Oregon, whether you’re cruising some of the renowned Phil’s Trail network or taking the whole family for a spin around on the Maston Trail system. For seasoned riders and novices alike, spring is the perfect time to jump behind the handlebars and explore the natural beauty of Central Oregon on two wheels. Click to read the full guide on mountain biking in Central Oregon.

Phil's Trail in Bend Oregon — Photo by Samantha Weald

Indoor Activities in Central Oregon

Don’t say we didn’t warn you–our weather really is dynamic and unpredictable. But worry not, when the forecast isn’t cooperating, there are plenty of indoor activities in Central Oregon to enjoy when the sun is elusive. Wrangle the family for some fun at Mountain Air Trampoline Park or treat yourself to a relaxing soak at McMenamins Old St. Francis School before unwinding with a movie at their on-site theater. Challenge your crew to a board game battle at Modern Games or show off your skills at Pickleball Zone Bend. No matter what the weather brings, there are plenty of ways to fill your days in Central Oregon.

Dining and Après Adventure

After a thrilling day on the slopes, rivers or trails, unwind with the vibrant après-activity culture of Central Oregon. Check out an array of lively food cart lots, such as The Lot or The Podski, offering laid-back vibes and high-quality fare. Visit longtime après-ski, bike or hike hangout Parrilla Grill for their hearty burritos, or cozy up with a beer and pizza by the fire at 10 Barrel Brewing. Families will find fun at Pacific Pizza & Brew, Jackson’s Corner or Bend Brewing Company.

Boss Rambler Coffee

Seeking a lively scene? Boss Rambler Beer Club and The Commons Cafe regularly host lively afternoon parties. For a touch of upscale dining, make a reservation at Lady Bird Cultural Society, Dear Irene or BOSA Food & Drink. Wherever you end up, we trust you’ll find a hearty meal and enough fuel to keep the spring break fun going.

Hush Hush Coffee: A Unique Coffee Adventure in Central Oregon

Hush Hush Coffee in Central Oregon Merges Outdoor Adventure and Quality Coffee

On a freezing February morning, I was up before the sun, putting on extra layers before heading out the front door. My mission was to get the day’s first cup of coffee.

However, this was no ordinary stop-in at my local cafe. On this particular morning I would be having a Hush Hush Coffee nomadic cafe experience at the hosted pop-up gathering by invitation that combines some of Central Oregon’s favorite niche locations with specialty coffee service.

Early morning in bend hiking to Hush Hush Coffee Event

Other coffee adventurers would join, too. Multiple paths through four inches of fresh snow snaked their way to the overlook at Overturf Park as the sun rose. At the top, Ron Sparks and Adam Foster, the founders of Hush Hush Coffee, set up a small camping table with everything needed to make a morning cup for their guests.

While Foster and Sparks labored over how coarse to grind the beans and what roasts would satisfy their guests, patrons mingled. From the outside, it would appear as a group of regulars. However, upon listening to the conversations around me, I began picking up on a similar theme—like me, this was many people’s first time at a Hush Hush event.

owners set up before attendees arive

For more than two hours, strangers shared their morning cup of coffee together, leaving as friends. Foster and Sparks periodically made their way through the crowd, topping cups off and boasting of a new blend they had just brewed. We were happy to oblige.

After the nomadic cafe experience, I followed the same path back through the snow, although more had accumulated, and returned down through Overturf Park to my car. Later, I caught up with Sparks and Foster to take a deep dive into the origins of Hush Hush, both the coffee and the experience.

First cup of Hush Hush Coffee

The Hush Hush Concept Kicks Off as Coffee with Friends

Hush Hush, the concept, found its roots about as organically as the coffee that Foster and Sparks brew. The two friends regularly took their lunch breaks at Riverbend Park, especially when the sun was shining. Along with their lunches, the two would bring their coffee paraphernalia.

“We would make pour-overs from our built-up coffee travel kits housed inside Stanley lunch boxes,” Sparks said.

Eventually, the pair invited some friends to join them. In August of 2022, with five others in attendance, Hush Hush had their first “official” nomadic cafe. “It was just a few friends hanging out before work and enjoying whatever coffee we happened to be digging that week,” Sparks said.

grinding coffee beans

Both men had previous experience working in the coffee industry, and it seemed the coffee bug didn’t leave them. “Ron purchased a small, 1kg commercial roaster just so we could play around with roasting and cupping different coffees in his garage,” Foster said. They would always roast more than needed, discreetly giving the extra to family and friends—or “hush-hush,” as they would say.

Foster and Sparks’ love for coffee is clear. They can often be overheard discussing the subject in great detail. Sparks and Foster’s passion shines through as they grind and brew truly phenomenally-tasting coffee. However, they are not coffee snobs. Rather, they just want to share a better cup of coffee with you.

Quality coffee is at the center of a Hush Hush experience. “We are very much the opposite of a traditional cafe,” Sparks said. “We do everything intentionally slowly; we weigh our coffee, hand grind our coffee and hand-pour.” The fullness of the coffee-making process is evident at the nomadic cafes, and, dare I say, somehow makes the coffee taste better.

attendees waiting for cup of coffee

Hush Hush roasts its own beans, which it serves at its nomadic cafes. It also supports smaller roasters, both locally and abroad. Lone Pine Coffee and Portland’s Elevator Coffee were among the bean options offered at the event.

“We love all kinds of coffee,” Foster said. “We love to explore what’s in season and what new processes roasters are experimenting with. We each have our own go-to favorite style.” Foster leans toward Ethiopian, funky and fruity blends, while Sparks tends to enjoy Central American beans, with more of a chocolatey profile and just a touch of citrus.

Why a “Nomadic Cafe” Experience?

Apart from keeping a high bar for the coffee beans it serves, a key aspect of Hush Hush Coffee is its nomadic cafe experience. Sparks and Foster are clear that the concept is purposeful.

“We figured we could utilize our passions for coffee and community as an excuse to bring people together in our favorite place to slow down and reflect: the outdoors,” Foster said.

Making the Coffee at Hush Hush

And this is exactly what happens at a Hush Hush nomadic cafe. A hike or bike ride on a trail to get there is an investment in the experience. And, if you have time to hike into a location, you likely have time to stick around and chat, to develop the Hush Hush community in that moment. This isn’t a rushed morning waiting in line for your latte at a coffee retail giant. On the contrary, you can expect to enjoy your carefully crafted coffee while chatting with someone new.

“The heart of Hush Hush is that we love coffee, community and adventure,” Foster and Sparks said. “There’s something really fun about inviting people out to join this little morning ritual with each other and having them interact back.”

Group of people with their dogs enjoying Hush Hush Coffee outside

Coffee Outdoors or Delivered to Your Door

Beyond offerings at its nomadic cafes, Foster and Sparks are launching a monthly subscription program to bring Hush Hush Coffees to the hands of coffee lovers.

Since Hush Hush Coffee emphasizes people finding themselves outside, Foster and Sparks have created their subscription-based coffee experience to be as environmentally friendly as possible.

“For each subscription delivery, a tree is planted by [environmental nonprofit] One Tree Planted. Four percent of all profit goes to protect outside spaces, and we’ve made our packaging completely home and industrial compostable,” Sparks shared.

Hush Hush Coffee Beans

With the help of friends, the pair also hopes to extend Hush Hush nomadic cafes outside of Oregon. “We’d love to see a Hush Hush Nomadic Cafe set up in every state in the U.S. to get people outside and connect over coffee,” he said.

So, how do you attend the next Hush Hush Coffee nomadic cafe experience? Easy: follow Hush Hush Coffee on Instagram. Foster and Sparks typically host a nomadic cafe every month, which they will post about, usually the day before. Direct message Hush Hush Coffee when you see the post, and a response will include a date, time and location.

It is truly a coffee adventure.

Snow Hug

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Ski for All

Join us for the 7th Annual Ski For All at Mt Bachelor on March 16th, 2024 to celebrate the OAS community and raise critical funds to support our mission to create high quality outdoor experiences for individuals with disabilities. The Ski For All Games are a rite of passage, designed to challenge even the world’s greatest and most fun loving skiers & riders to see who can truly have the BEST DAY EVER on snow!

Score as many points as possible by completing a variety of fun and inclusive challenges on the mountain. Prizes will be awarded to the top three participants in youth, teen, adult and masters age groups (inclusive of ability and gender). The more points you score the more raffle tickets you can redeem to win epic prizes at the After-Party at Bend Brewing Co!

Pablo Francisco – Live In Bend (Stand Up Comedy)

Pablo Francisco – Live In Bend @ The Domino Room

This is a very special event, with one of the greatest living comedians today!

When Pablo Francisco hits the stage, he immediately brings his audiences to their feet with boisterous laughter and applause. He weaves together his arsenal of characters, spontaneous outbursts, and clever insights to create a stand-up show that more resembles an hour-long comedic jazz riff. He is an off-the-wall, animated character that points out the absurdity in an illogical, pop-culture obsessed world.

His unmatched take on all things pop culture has taken him into the ranks of the most popular touring comedians worldwide. Pablo’s enormous popularity and outrageously funny material has hooked millions of viewers on YouTube and Facebook.

TICKETS – ONLINE: $25 – AT THE DOOR: $35 | DOORS OPEN @ 6PM – SHOW @ 7PM

****THESE SHOWS SELL OUT QUICKLY, PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY TO ACCOMMODATE FOR SEATING, ESPECIALLY FOR LARGER PARTIES AS ALL SEATING IS GENERAL ADMISSION****

So You Think You Got Jokes – Comedy Competition (Ugly Sweater Edition)

So You Think You Got Jokes – Ugly Sweater Party

Step into Silver Moon Brewing for a rollercoaster of laughter with So You Think You Got Jokes?! This 18+ event promises unfiltered, side-splitting humor from a lineup of top-tier comedians.

But there’s a twist! After their sets, comedians will dive into a spontaneous joke-off, crafting punchlines on-the-fly from audience suggestions. A frenzied 20-minute showdown to crown the night’s comedy champ!

Who’ll be the last comic standing? Your cheers decide! Join us for a night where comedy and spontaneity collide!

TICKETS – ONLINE: $15 – AT THE DOOR: $20 | DOORS OPEN @ 7PM – SHOW @ 8PM

****THESE SHOWS SELL OUT QUICKLY, PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY TO ACCOMMODATE FOR SEATING, ESPECIALLY FOR LARGER PARTIES AS ALL SEATING IS GENERAL ADMISSION****

The Nutcracker

Get into the spirit of the holidays with The Nutcracker! Bring your family and be whisked away with Clara to the Kingdom of Snow and the Land of Sweets. You’ll be sure to leave the theater with visions of Sugar Plum dancing in your head. Set to Tchaikovsky’s beautiful score and danced by over 150 talented students of Central Oregon School of Ballet with professional guest artists and members of the Bend community. Don’t miss this wonderful holiday classic!

The Nutcracker

Poker Night at The Loft of Bend

Come support KIDS Center and play for fun and the glory of the winning the coveted PRIZE BELT! Plus, we’ve upped the ante with incredible prizes for this year’s top three winners! Enjoy an evening of fun, food and drinks while supporting a great cause!

Heavy Light Album Release Party w/ Moon Rattles and Wrong Warp

This is the official album release show for Heavy Light’s upcoming album Frames. We’re excited to play our first full band live show in over a year, and even more excited to perform our new music! Hosted by Silver Moon Brewing Co. Doors open at 6:30, show at 7:00. All ages. Tickets are $13 advance/$15 at the door. Get your tickets here.

Learn More About Heavy Light:

Watch and listen to one of the singles we recently released.

Find Heavy Light’s music and socials.

Find Heavy Light’s music on Spotify.

Show Openers:

Moon Rattles and Wrong Warp.

MONSTER TRUCK NITRO TOUR!

REDMOND, OR will be motorsport entertainment’s epicenter with the nation’s most competitive MONSTER TRUCKS as they invade the First Interstate Bank Center at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds on February 25th for TWO Monster shows! See these incredible 10,000-pound, car crushing giants compete in racing, wheelie contests, and then rock the house with amazing freestyle action during the Monster Truck Nitro Tour!

Come early, get up close and take photos of the Monster Trucks at the Pit Party Session. Pit party passes must be accompanied by an event ticket.

Both shows are on February 25, 2023 –
First show (matinee) starts at 1:30pm (Pit Party is 12:00pm – 1:00pm) *kids get a free tour gift at the matinee show, while supplies last
Second show starts at 7:30pm (Pit Party is 6:00pm – 7:00pm)

Advance discount tickets are available online at www.MonsterTruckTour.com OR get them at the gate.

Advance Tickets:
Adults starting at $19.50
Kids 3-12 starting at $15.00
Kids under 2 are free

Ticket prices go up Day of Show.
Pit Party Passes and Ride Truck Tickets are available EXCLUSIVELY at www.MonsterTruckTour.com

Vendors Wanted

*ATTENTION VENDORS*
We WANT MORE vendors for our up-coming vendor markets! Our last Fall Artisan Market is next Saturday the 26th, we have our Winter Bazaar on Sunday 12/18 and LOTS of opportunity during WINTERVENTION on 11/22 and 12/13!! As well as a market on 1/10
Visit generalduffys.com and go to our -Vendor Markets- tab to sign up!!

Winter Bazaar

Attention Holiday shopping procrastinators, come to General Duffy’s Waterhole for those last-minute Christmas gift finds during our Winter Bazaar! This is one of our BIGGEST vendor markets of the year. Make sure to shop and sip with us on 12/18 from 10am to 5pm. Our annex will be lined wall to wall with vendors, spilling outside into our tent. You are bound to find an unforgettable gift to give to one of your loved ones this year during our Winter Bazaar. Grab a drink and get to exploring!

Hoodoo’s Wintervention Kickoff at Three Creeks Brewing

Join Hoodoo at Three Creeks Brewing for a flurry of fun and over 50K in giveaways this season. Lift Tickets, Lodging, Gear, Skis, Boards and More! Free for all ages, go to skihoodoo.com for full details.

Ready-To-Make Meal Kit Fundraiser

HDFFA’s Harvest Box Fundraiser is Friday, October 7th! Pre-order a locally sourced meal kit to help support local food access

The High Desert Food & Farm Alliance (HDFFA) is celebrating its 3rd Annual Harvest Box Fundraiser– thoughtfully curated meal kits featuring local ingredients from Central Oregon farmers, ranchers and specialty food producers.

You can choose from two options: a ready-to-make meal kit for either two or four people, or a two-person VIP meal fully prepared by chef Thor Erikson of the Cascade Culinary Institute (CCI). Both are available now for pre-order.

Each meal kit is designed by HDFFA and includes all the ingredients needed for a three-course meal: recipes for an appetizer and entree, a prepared dessert, your choice of beverage and a Spotify playlist for you to enjoy while you cook. Choose between Vietnamese style Pork Meatballs w/ Brothy Rice or Roasted Cauliflower Steaks w/ Chermoula, Crispy Chickpeas and Garlicky Greens. Kits are available with vegetarian, dairy and gluten-free options. The delectable VIP meal is designed and made by a Cascade Culinary Institute chef and will be ready to eat as soon as you pick it up!

To participate, purchase your meal kit online at HDFFA’s Store by Friday, September 23rd. On October 7th, folks can pick up their order at the Cascade Culinary Institute where HDFFA will deliver right to your car! Interested in delivery? Pay an extra $10 and HDFFA will deliver your meal directly to your home. Event details are on HDFFA’s homepage or at hdffa.org/harvestbox22.

“Since 2018, HDFFA has provided over 13,600 meals through our Fresh Harvest Kit project. This annual fundraiser takes that meal kit model and allows us to showcase many of the remarkable Partners we work with, while also raising awareness and funds for our programs. We hope this event further connects our community to local food in a fun and interactive way.” -Katrina Van Dis, Executive Director

HDFFA believes everyone deserves good food–defined as fresh, affordable and culturally appropriate foods that are sustainably produced in Central Oregon. As part of their mission, HDFFA improves access to local food from regional farmers for limited-income residents through various programs. Proceeds from this event will support their Food Access and Agricultural Support programs. This includes the Fresh Harvest Kit project: HDFFA collaborates with local farms and hunger relief agencies to offer meal kits at regional food pantries and community organizations. These ready-to-make meal kits combine fresh vegetables and pantry staples, along with a recipe, to create a nutritious and delicious meal on a budget.

Stand Up Comedy in Prineville OR

Central Oregon Comedy Scene brings the Best up and Coming comics from all over the US to right here to Central Oregon. $15 online /$20 at the door.
(Though this is an inclusive group, we do warn you might be offended because we believe in the first ademndment)

This September 17th at Seven Night Club we Present a Comedy Show Case. Doors Open at 7pm and show starts at 8pm.

Delaney Malone is a wild card comedian that is fearless and doesnt care what you think of her! She is chasing to be funny and let everyone know about it!

Steve Harper is a comedian from here in Central Oregon and is one of the OGs he has a wild past life that he can only hope his daughter doesnt live up too and he’s always worried about the littpe things he says as he raises her!

Geoff Boussaeu is a Comedian from Seattle Washington that has been in the game for 15 years! He has outlandish perceptions on life!

Come check these guys out at Seven night club this friday September 16th starting at 8pm! 21+ only!!!

A Comedy Show Case

This September 16th at Seven Night Club we Present a Comedy Show Case. Doors Open at 7pm and show starts at 8pm.

Delaney Malone is a wild card comedian that is fearless and doesnt care what you think of her! She is chasing to be funny and let everyone know about it!

Geoff Boussaeu is a Comedian from Seattle Washington that has been in the game for 15 years! He has outlandish perceptions on life!

Come check these guys out at Seven night club this friday September 16th starting at 8pm! 21+ only!!!

Rainshadow Organics Farm to Table Benefit Dinner – with HDFFA

July 30th, 2022
6PM for Farm Tour, dinner will follow at 7PM

HDFFA is teaming up with Rainshadow Organics to host a multi-course Farm to Table benefit dinner. Come share a meal in the garden where the culinary experience begins with local, nutrient dense, intentional cuisine and ends with an evening of tasty memories.

The culinary team at Rainshadow, lead by Chef Nic Maraziti, has crafted a three-course dinner for you to indulge yourself in. This meal celebrates the beauty in what is seasonally available and provides a true connection between food and agriculture on the plate.

The cash bar located in the garden boasts intentionally sourced wines that align with the tenets of their farm: organic, biodynamic, diverse, and regenerative. This incredible selection of natural wines supports winemakers who use the same growing practices as Rainshadow Organics.

Beverages such as beer and wine are sold separately.

All diets are welcome! Check the boxes if you have any allergies or restrictions.

Rainshadow Organics is an ADA Certified facility. Please let us know if you need any specific accommodations.

Proceeds directly support the High Desert Food & Farm Alliance’s Food Access and Agricultural Support Programs.
Refunds are available until June 30, 2022

Photo Credit: Gallivan Photo

Nghtspot : Bend Festival – DJ Wicked –

Nghtspot : Bend is a 3 day festival of techno, house, and bass music located underground in Downtown Bend // – DJ Wicked – Mark Brody – Glow Vibez – Scipher –

Nghtspot : Bend Festival – Russ Liquid –

Nghtspot : Bend is a 3 day festival of techno, house, and bass music located underground in Downtown Bend // – Russ Liquid – Torbjørn- Gold·ish – DJ Action –

Nghtspot : Bend Festival – Third Seven – N8ture

Nghtspot : Bend is a 3 day festival of techno, house, and bass music located underground in Downtown Bend // – Third Seven – N8ture – Codi Carroll – Special Guest –

THE NUTCRACKER: A CHILD’S TALE AT THE TOWER THEATRE

Valerie Holgers’ Académie de Ballet Classique is proud to present The Nutcracker: A Child’s Tale at The Tower Theatre on November 27th at 1:30 + 6PM

Directed by Alesa Terry, this holiday ballet takes place on the eve of Christmas when a young girl, Clara, befriends a nutcracker. The nutcracker magically comes to life to bravely fight an evil mouse king to whisk Clara away to a land filled with dolls, sugar plums, bon bons, and snow fairies.

Opening this Thanksgiving weekend, The Nutcracker: A Child’s Tale is a festive start to the holiday season.

Tickets available at towertheatre.org or (541) 317 0700. Child (Under 12) – $17, Adults – $24. Children under 3 are free when sharing a seat with an adult ticket. Virtual Tickets are available for $48 by calling Academie de Ballet Classique at (541) 382 4055. Virtual Tickets will be sold until 2 hours before curtain. Doors open 1 hour before showtime.

THE NUTCRACKER: A CHILD’S TALE AT THE TOWER THEATRE

Valerie Holgers’ Académie de Ballet Classique is proud to present The Nutcracker: A Child’s Tale at The Tower Theatre on November 27th at 1:30 + 6PM

Opening this Thanksgiving weekend, The Nutcracker: A Child’s Tale is a festive start to the holiday season.

Central Oregon PubTalk

Join us in-person for our most exciting PubTalk of the year: The Road to BVC.

This high-energy entrepreneurial event showcases the Bend Venture Conference Early Stage semi-finalists as they deliver fast-paced, three-minute pitches to a live and virtual crowd. The audience, along with an expert panel of judges, will vote to decide which five companies advance to present at BVC on October 21-22, 2021.

Sunriver Art Fair

Sunriver Art Fair returns this summer on August 13, 14 & 15, 2021 in the Village at Sunriver, Oregon. Celebrating 12 years of bringing original art to Sunriver, this year’s fair will feature over 80 artists displaying their original juried art in a spacious, open-air setting. Visit www.sunriverartfair.org for details.
This year the fair has expanded to include a virtual art fair at https://wwwsunriverartfair.org.
The Sunriver Virtual Art Fair will be live from August 13 to September 26, 2021, and will feature some perennial fair favorites, as well as many new artists to explore from the comfort of home.
Sponsored by the Sunriver Women’s Club (SRWC), all proceeds from fair applications and booth fees help support nonprofits in south Deschutes County. Since 2000, the SRWC has awarded over $750,000 in grants to organizations that support the arts and education and provide assistance to vulnerable families.
Fair hours: 9:30 AM – 6 PM Friday & Saturday, 9:30 AM – 4 PM on Sunday.
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @sunriverartfair

A Uniquely Offensive Comedy Showcase: Sister Ethel & Friends

Join Sister Ethel’s irreverent carnival church where the audience picks out the sermon topic while Sister Ethel and Reverend Woodmansee preach the funny word.
Featuring local comedians: Danny Hoffman, Stan Whitton, Romya Hips, Amy Campbell, John Reoch, Steve Harber, Conner Statterfeild, Dillon Kolar, and Jake Woodmansee.
*For Mature Audiences

A Uniquely Offensive Comedy Showcase: Sister Ethel & Friends

Restoration of Communion with Earth

This is quite a dynamic and easy body process to run. It begins to restore the communication between earth, our bodies and us that is possible.

We seem willing to contribute to the earth but what if we allowed the earth to contribute to us?

Prerequisites
None

Pricing
Your individual and applied pricing can be seen under Billing & Payments after registering.

Access Bars Class

What is it you’ve been looking for but have never been able to find?

There’s a peace and relaxation possible for everyone in the world, and in receiving a simple process for bodies, called Access Bars, it can occur with total ease.

Best of all, it’s not hard to learn.

By learning or receiving the Access Bars® technique, you can give yourself and your clients, friends, family, and co-workers the care, kindness, and nurturing you require with total ease.

Prerequisites
Watch: https://youtu.be/X2HWH9fG_40

Pricing:
https://www.accessconsciousness.com/en/class-catalog/core-classes/bars/access-bars-class_637525397579586069/details/

Global Pricing, Repeat Pricing and Age Pricing applies.
Your individual and applied pricing can be seen under Billing & Payments after registering.

PLEASE NOTE:

With COVID-19 restrictions on gathering, some Access Bars facilitators are choosing to offer online Access Bars classes. Access Bars® is a hands-on process and best received by attending a LIVE class.

If you attend an ONLINE class, you must have someone with you in person attending the same class for you to trade the Access Bars process together.
Once you receive the class manual PDF, you cannot have a refund for the ONLINE class.
For meeting prerequisites to become an Access Bars facilitator, only one of the three required Access Bars classes can be taken online.
Long-distance Access Bars sessions do not work, as it is a hands-on process that only works with the energy created by touching. It simply does NOT work long distance!

Access Bars Class

What is it you’ve been looking for but have never been able to find?

There’s a peace and relaxation possible for everyone in the world, and in receiving a simple process for bodies, called Access Bars, it can occur with total ease.

Best of all, it’s not hard to learn.

By learning or receiving the Access Bars® technique, you can give yourself and your clients, friends, family, and co-workers the care, kindness, and nurturing you require with total ease.

Prerequisites
watch: https://youtu.be/X2HWH9fG_40

Pricing:
https://www.accessconsciousness.com/en/class-catalog/core-classes/bars/access-bars-class_637528883447034575/details/

Global Pricing, Repeat Pricing and Age Pricing applies.
Your individual and applied pricing can be seen under Billing & Payments after registering.

PLEASE NOTE:

Going, Going, GONE…Vanishing Glaciers in the Deschutes Basin

Oregon’s glaciers are the natural water reservoirs of the high Cascade water towers. Glacier meltwater sustains rivers during the late summer and fall for flora, fauna and irrigation. The glacier melt chills streams for salmon and trout, with the attendant effect of cooling surrounding forests that reduces fire risk and intensity. In short, glaciers are an integral part of Central Oregon ecosystems and economies.

And yet, we do not know how many glaciers remain today in the basin, let alone how many existed a century ago. In this talk, Dr. Anders Carlson will present on the Oregon Glacier Institute’s findings from the first census of glaciers in Oregon since the 1950s. We will examine how these glacier changes are related to regional climate change, concluding the discussion on what the future holds for the remaining glaciers in the Deschutes Basin.

EDCO’s Annual Luncheon

EDCO’s Annual Luncheon is a tradition providing the Central Oregon business community an opportunity to hear nationally (and now internationally) recognized leaders discussing topics important to the business community. With the challenges and changes surrounding the past twelve months, this year’s keynote will focus on how disorder can transform our lives for the better.

Keynote Speaker:
When Things Get Messy: The Productive Reactions to Destruction
Tim Harford | International Bestseller, BBC Radio Host, Economist, TED Speaker

“He’s a genius at telling stories that illuminate our world.” – Malcolm Gladwell

Heart of Oregon Corp’s 20th Anniversary

Heart of Oregon Corps is celebrating 20 years in 2020, and you’re invited to celebrate with us! For 20 years we have inspired and empowered Central Oregon’s young people to make positive change in their lives. Help us mark the occasion with a virtual celebration!

2020 Bend Venture Conference

The Bend Venture Conference is a yearly celebration of entrepreneurship and innovation, connecting investors, companies and business leaders. Over the past six years, investments and prizes totaling over $11 million were awarded to 38 companies from across both Oregon and the county. This year’s conference will take place both in person in Bend, Oregon, and virtually online on October 15-16, 2020.

Touring Indie Folk musician Anna p.s.

Velvet Lounge – 805 NW Wall St, Bend, OR 97701

Tired of the humdrum of everyday life, and the lack of time to pursue creativity, she laid down her day job & picked up the guitar to take art on the road.
In concert, Indiana touring artist Anna p.s. plays acoustic guitar, foot percussion, and-perhaps unexpectedly-the flute.

Head over to her website to find her music & stay in touch.

http://www.annapsmusic.com/

Central Oregon PubTalk

EDCO’s Central Oregon PubTalk, held the fourth Thursday of the month, is a happy hour aimed at bringing together different facets of the business community in one place to network, share ideas and further local businesses.

OVER THE EDGE for United Way of Deschtes County

Are you a thrill seeker with a heart for your community?
Face your fears. So our community’s most vulnerable don’t have to.
It’s scary for those who wake up in the morning not knowing where they will sleep that night, if they will eat that day, if they will be assaulted or abused that day.
On Saturday, September 7, 2019, OVER THE EDGE participants will help alleviate some of that daily fear faced by so many… by rappelling off the roof of the Oxford Hotel in downtown Bend.
You’re invited to rappel, volunteer, or sponsor the event!
Edgers – those who rappel – are invited to raise funds to support our community in exchange for the exhilarating experience of rappelling off the tallest building in Central Oregon. The Oxford Hotel stands at 7 stories and 70 feet and will offer quite a thrill to Edgers.
Participants need not be brave or young or non-disabled to go OVER THE EDGE. However, there are a limited number of spots, so interested folks should sign up today, as registration is now open. Once registered, Edgers set up a personal fundraising page, reach their fundraising goal, and secure their spot to rappel off the Oxford Hotel on September 7th.
In addition to the rappel, United Way will be hosting a ground party – closing NW Minnesota Ave and NW Lava Rd to traffic in order to host food vendors, a Sunriver Brewing Company beer garden, activities, DJs, and more.
For those who are not ready to rappel, United Way gives other opportunities to partner with one of Bend’s most reputable and longest-standing nonprofit organizations. The local nonprofit is seeking business sponsors for the event, as well as volunteers.
To sign up or for more information, visit www.deschutesunitedway.org/overtheedge or call 541-389-6507.

Newberry Event Music & Arts Festival to Defeat MS

Tal Wilkenfeld headlines the 7th Annual Newberry Event Charity Music Festival!

Central Oregon’s 7th Annual Newberry Event Music and Arts Festival to Defeat MS is a three-day outdoor summer multi-genre music festival well-known as a good time for a good cause. July 26, 27, 28, 2019. Main acts Friday are Portland’s Indubious reggae, opening for Pigs on the Wing Pink Floyd tribute band in the beautiful outdoor intimate venue. For over a decade, Indubious brothers Evton and Skip Burton, have shared their instrumental skills, powerful harmonies, and electrifying performances, “raising the positive vibrations of our planet, to help others express the true loving nature within us all.” Pigs on the Wing’s intense live performances are an expansive audio-visual experience.

Saturday night headlines Tal Wilkenfeld, a 32 year old Australian born bass and guitar phenom who has performed alongside artists including Jeff Beck, Prince, Eric Clapton, Herbie Hancock and Mick Jagger. Hosted on rural residential acreage, DiamondStone Guest Lodge is 25 miles south of Bend, between Sunriver and La Pine. With over 20 bands on 2 rotating stages, the lawns, shady aspens & pines of So. Deschutes County create a beautiful outdoor concert setting.

Enjoy awesome music and dancing in the grass 10am-10pm. Tent camping is free and RV sites available. Kids under age 13 are free. With many vendors – great food (breakfast too), Sunriver Brewing Co. beers, Kombucha, ciders and distillery vendors, you’ll find everything you need for the day or weekend. You’ll also enjoy dancers, homemade arts & crafts, and a silent auction plus raffles of incredible fine art and merchandise. See good reviews on Facebook and Google. Don’t miss it!

The festival just received the state’s “Hidden Gem Festival Award” at the annual meeting of the Oregon Festivals and Events Association.The 501c3 charity benefits the Oregon National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Other performers: Dead Horses – Milwaukee, WI, Dodgy Mountain Men – Missoula, MT, Pat Simmons Jr.- Maui, HI , Indubious – Portland, Lounge on Fire – Boise, ID, Petty Thievery, a Tom Petty & Heartbreakers Tribute Band, Pigs On The Wing tribute to Pink Floyd – Portland, OR, The Rad Trads – Brooklyn, N.Y., Pete Kartsounes – La Pine! Eric Leadbetter – Bend, Idle Poets – Scappoose, Sol Seed – Eugene, J Brothers – Jacksonville, Mission Blues – Bend, Natty Red – Bend, Newberry Family Band, Broken Down Guitars – La Pine, The Tortilla Chips – Bend, Vokab Kompany – San Diego, and local belly dancers, the South County Hipsters.

Building Resilience in Chronic Pain

This free community forum offers support and resources to thousands of Central Oregon residents living in chronic pain and those who support them. Live speakers, a Narcan* training, and a health fair coincide to provide an empowering experience meant to assist your navigation through your pain journey. This event is focused on solutions for those experiencing mild to moderate pain.

All attendees receive a complimentary dinner.

*Narcan is a naloxone nasal spray used to reverse an opiod overdose. Each training participant will receive a free Narcan kit.
Community Forum Topics

Understanding chronic pain | Movement as relief treatment options | Integrative and holistic approaches | Benefits and risks of cannabinoids | Pain specialists | Health care access | Narcan training and dispensing | Free resources
Space is limited, RSVP is required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/building-resilience-in-chronic-pain-a-community-forum-tickets-60382779519

Central Oregon PubTalk

Keynote Speaker: David Gooder, Global Trademark Strategy and Policy Advisor, Jack Daniels Properties/Brown-Forman Corp.
Pitching Company: Amy Stahl, Founder, Metolius Tea;
Austin Anderson, Founder, Rupie
Company Updates: Jeff Baker, Business Lender, Craft3

Photography Workshop Weekend

Photography Workshop Weekend
Saturday, March 23rd, 2019
Fundamentals 2-4 PM and Drones 5-7 PM
Public: $150.00, Students $100.00

Bring your cameras, drones, equipment and a notepad. Be prepared to learn about the fundamentals of photography with master photographer and film director, Chad Copeland.

Free workshop giveaway available. Follow us on Instagram @CopelandGallery for more information.

COPELAND GALLERY, 57100 Beaver Drive, Sunriver, OR 97707, +1-541-610-2866

Central Oregon PubTalk

Keynote Speaker: Brianna McDonald, Northwest Regional President, Keiretsu Forum Northwest

Pitching Companies: Andy Vaughn, Owner, Pure Polish Products;
Jeff Rola, Founder, Go Bio Co

Company Updates: Shannon Keith, Founder and CEO, Sudara;
Adam Krefting, Founder, CushCore

Agenda:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm Networking, drinks and appetizers
6:00 pm to 6:45 pm Company Presentations
6:45 pm to 7:30 pm Keynote Speaker Presentation

Central Oregon PubTalk

Join us at the best networking event in Central Oregon!

Keynote Speaker: Ross Lipson, CEO, Dutchie
Pitching Company: Ericka Rodriguez, Founder, Axiology
Company Updates: Peter Ozolin, CEO, Manzama;
Chris Capdevila, CEO, Amplion

Agenda:
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm Networking, drinks and appetizers
6:00 pm to 6:45 pm Company Presentations
6:45 pm to 7:30 pm Keynote Speaker Presentation

Cost and Registration:
$26 EDCO & OEN Members (Become an EDCO Member here)
$36 Non-Members
Admission includes appetizers and a free beverage (choice of beer, wine, or soda)

Questions?
Contact Economic Development for Central Oregon (EDCO): ereilly@edcoinfo.com or 541-388-3236 x3.

2019 EDCO Annual Luncheon

EDCO’s Annual Luncheon is a tradition providing the Central Oregon business community an opportunity to hear nationally recognized business leaders discuss current and future economic trends and business best practices. This is a sold-out event each year so register early!

Keynote Speaker
Pablos Holman
Hacker, Inventor, Entrepreneur, Futurist

Pablos Holman implements science fiction. His vast experience gives him a unique view into breaking and building new technologies.

Pablos consults worldwide on invention and design projects that assimilate new technologies – making wild ideas a bit more practical and vice versa. He helped create the world’s smallest PC, 3D printers at Makerbot, spaceships with Amazon’s Jeff Bezos, artificial intelligence agent systems, and the Hackerbot, a Wi-Fi seeking robot.

With over 20 million viewers on his TED Talk channel, Pablos is a highly desired keynote speaker. Recently, he has spoken at Stanford, the United Nations, the World Economic Forum at Davos, the Microsoft CEO Summit – invited by Bill Gates, the CIA, Google Zeitgeist, The Milken Global Conference, and many of the world’s top tech companies and conferences.

Italian Valentine’s Day Dinner

Treat your Valentine to a bit of Italy at Faith Hope and Charity Vineyards! We will have Live Music by Reno and Cindy Holler and our Menu will consist of a 5 course Italian meal that is sure to impress. Dinner will begin at 6pm and the menu will be as follows:

Starter:
Antipasto Skewers
Soup:
Tuscany Soup
Salad:
Italian Green Salad
Main:
Choice of Chicken Carbonara or Shrimp Scampi
Dessert:
A Sweet Treat provided from Crumb Cakery

Price: $65.00 per person and includes one glass of wine.
Make your reservations online now at:
https://shop.faithhopeandcharityevents.com/res-417935/Valentines-Day-Dinner.html
***Price excludes wine and gratuity***

Loop to Loop

Cycling from Sisters to Smith Rock

written by Sebastian Foltz

Brisk mornings, less traffic and changing leaves make fall in the High Desert an ideal time for both road and mountain biking. You don’t have to travel far from Bend to be the only person on a road or trail. It’s what makes the fall shoulder season a favorite time among local riders. “To me, fall in Central Oregon is the nicest time,” said Brad Boyd, owner of Eurosports bike shop in Sisters. “Cooler temperatures, less wind; I’m always amazed how quiet it is.” While in spring you might still be waiting for snow to melt at higher elevations, and summer heat can make riding a bear, the right fall day is without equal. With that in mind we’re focusing on the Sisters area and offering up three fall road rides that you don’t need to have Tour de France-level conditioning to enjoy.

MCKENZIE PASS

The thirty-mile, out-and-back ride from Sisters culminates at the historic Dee Wright observatory lookout, a one-of-a-kind structure carved out of solid lava rock by members of the Civilian Conservation Corps, some eighty years ago. The intrepid explorer will also find distinct remnants of the 1860 wagon trail that was similarly carved out of the unyielding lava beds and remains largely as it was when the route was abandoned in the 1920s.

While it gains roughly 2,100 feet of elevation, the climb is spread gradually throughout the ride, particularly on the final eleven miles.

“For someone who is comfortable riding on roads and can handle a hill, it’s great ride,” said Alex Phillips, Oregon Parks & Recreation Department bicycle recreation specialist.

From Sisters, the ride cruises past horse ranches and into a thick forest of tall Ponderosa pines. The real climb begins roughly four miles in, but continues at a steady, manageable rate. The final five miles open up with views of the expansive lava fields. Mount Jefferson looms in the distance.

Boyd suggested continuing on an additional five miles of rolling highway to Scott Lake, before the pass begins the lion share of its 3,600-foot decent to the McKenzie River Valley.

“That section, in both directions, is just fantastic,” he said.

Bend Magazine, Fall 2016, Metolious River/Camp Serman, Photo by Duncan Galvin — Photo by Duncan Galvin

METOLIOUS RIVER/CAMP SHERMAN

If climbing isn’t your thing, consider the Metolius River/Camp Sherman area. Formerly designated a Scenic Bikeway by the state, the region has a hidden gem quality, especially in the fall.

“It’s a beautiful area. People love riding there,” said Phillips. With the crystal-clear headwaters of the Metolius, historic Camp Sherman and a variety of roads are scattered through Ponderosa pine forest, offering loops from three miles to around twenty miles with options for thirty-mile plus rides. There’s something for everyone with minimal elevation gain and occasional mountain vistas.

“We tell people September and October are the best months to be here,” said Camp Sherman Store owner Roger White.

“Everything lines up perfectly. Once we start into fall the colors start and the weather gets even better. Traffic drops off a lot. Come the start of school, there will be a lot less people.”

Boyd agreed.

“There’re some beautiful colors there,” he added, describing fall. “There’s nothing going on. You’re pretty much by yourself.”

ALONG THE WAY
Each of our three fall rides offer a variety of stops and sites along the way. Consider starting your day in Sisters with a morning coffee at Sisters Coffee Company or breakfast at Sisters Bakery. For additional ride information visit Brad Boyd’s Eurosports bike shop in town or nearby Blazing Saddles bike shop. Boyd, a longtime area resident, offers a number of beers on tap for post-ride celebration in the shop’s beer garden. In the summer, the shop hosts a number of food carts, which Boyd said may remain open on weekends through the fall. Three Creeks Brewery, just outside of Sisters on the way to Bend, also makes a solid option for a post-ride bite and brew.

Dee Wright Observatory — Photo by Sebastian Foltz

SISTERS TO SMITH ROCK

The lesser known Sisters to Smith Rock Scenic Bike Ride also makes for a great fall ride. Less prone to fall colors, the route from Sisters east through Terrebonne gives a taste of the High Desert without the blazing summer heat.

“People don’t tend to focus on it, and it’s spectacularly beautiful,” said Phillips. “A lot of people think it’s all downhill one way. It’s really not. It’s a lot of rolling hills.”

The thirty-seven-mile route (one-way) fluctuates within a range of 660 feet of elevation gains and losses. Phillips recommends it as a great introduction to bike touring, with camping options on either end of the route.

Boyd also suggested shortening it to an out-and-back by turning around where the route crosses the Deschutes River, a little more than halfway through the ride.

With its high desert climate, this route remains a solid option through much of the winter and long after snow has begun to fall on the Metolius area and McKenzie Pass.

Alchemy at Caldera

Transforming by means of creativity.

Caldera is many things. An arts camp for underserved youth. An environmental organization focused on youth development. A program that nurtures adult artists. The organization puts in place people and processes to transform human beings in mysterious and impressive ways. At the end of the day, one could argue that Caldera might be akin to alchemy.

Caldera was originally created in 1996 as a program to bring together limited-opportunity kids from both the city and the country to make art. It seemed simple. A fun summer camp with music, drawing and writing, as well as hiking, canoeing and campfires.

But the alchemy started immediately. Kids found out they were artists. They realized they could use creativity to solve life problems. And they were transformed.

Now in its twentieth year, Caldera’s Youth Program has been named one of the top fifty youth development organizations in the United States by the President’s Committee on the Arts and Humanities. Last year it was one of the top twelve programs honored at the White House. Today, Caldera works with twelve partner middle schools in Portland and Central Oregon, offering art and nature programs to 430 middle and high school youth, as well as providing year-round mentoring and camps to at-risk kids.

Realizing that grownups could use a little alchemy, too, Caldera opened up its doors during the winter to adult artists and creative thinkers. These artists now work onsite for month-long residencies as part of an Artist in Residence program.

The natural next step of the alchemical process was to blend the Caldera Youth Programs and the Artist in Residence programs.

“It’s our belief that by having the youth work with a variety of talented adult artists, committed environmental stewards, and caring mentors, they are introduced to a variety of ways in which creativity can be expressed, which will encourage their own creativity and help them grow,” said Elia Unverzagt, communications director for Caldera. “They see value in expressing their own creativity and unique voices, and become able to imagine a new set of possibilities for their lives.”

Artists in Residence work with kids at every level. Youths may be invited on studio tours, interview artists, or participate in workshops. Some artists come back to teach at Camp Caldera during the summers, finding that collaboration with another generation can be generative and, thus, transformative.

At the end of the day, the alchemy Caldera offers happens by using creativity of all sorts to facilitate a deeper sense of self and possibly a greater humanity in both children and adults. ‒Katrina Hays

Get Involved
Caldera Arts Center
31500 Blue Lake Drive
Sisters, OR 97759
541.595.0956
calderaarts.org
Learn how you can volunteer and help with special events, youth programs and administrative projects. caldera@calderaarts.org

Retreat to Sunriver Oregon

The thinking in Sunriver is that community happens not in lines, but in circles. Seventeen miles southwest of Bend, the same meadows where wagon trains circled in the 1800s still beckon travelers to come, slow down and lose themselves in the beauty of Central Oregon. Tucked into the woods, and dotted with eleven traffic circles (there is no circle eight), more than 3,000 acres comprise this community where travelers and locals alike come to get away from their overscheduled lives and out into nature.

These fields and forests have hosted a variety of people throughout history. During World War II, the government purchased 5,500 acres for Camp Abbot, an Army Corps of Engineers combat-training facility that housed thousands of soldiers from 1942 to 1944. The last remaining building, the officer’s club, still serves as a place for social gatherings, hosting weddings and events as the Great Hall at Sunriver Resort.

In the late 1960s, a group of developers envisioned a residential community centered around a resort and Sunriver was born. Like home but without the hassles of regular life, the scenic vacation spot continues to entice visitors to come enjoy recreation like hiking, tennis, river kayaking, fly fishing, birding, horseback riding and world-class golf, as well as running and biking around Sunriver’s more than 30 miles of paved pathways. Even with so many options for activity, perhaps the best part of Sunriver is the chance to really relax, whether it’s in a hammock or a hot tub, and enjoy the luxury of leisure time.

In the summertime, guests can swing golf clubs at one of four golf courses, including Crosswater, a former host course for a PGA Legends Tour stop. Splash down a waterslide at aquatic centers such as SHARC or The Cove, Sunriver Resort’s newest outdoor swimming facility. In July, Balloons Over Sunriver fills the sky with floating hot-air balloons, August brings in classical strings for the Sunriver Music Festival, and families flock to the Twilight Cinema Nights, showing free movies under the stars during August and September.

See

Benham Falls
One of the largest waterfalls on the Upper Deschutes River, Benham Falls is also one of the easiest and the most accessible hikes. Walk or bike the 6.6-mile paved out-and-back trail that connects Sunriver Resort to the falls, where singletrack side trails offer various route options for longer treks.

Play

Golf, Swim and Stars
Recreation opportunities abound at Sunriver, which was designed with fun in mind. Play golf at one of four golf courses, splash in the water park at SHARC, go horse riding at the stables or see local wildlife up close at the nature center. At night, gaze up at the summer sky and see stars at the Oregon Observatory.

Eat

Bistros and Brewpubs
Serving Sunriver since 2004, South Bend Bistro blends Italian influences with Northwest ingredients. Chef Day has curated a menu that tells a story of the Northwest through regional flavors and ingredients. For something more casual, grab bites and beers at the original Sunriver Brewing Company located in The Village at Sunriver.

Shop

The Village at Sunriver
From sports shops to retail, The Village at Sunriver features stores with souvenirs for all seasons. Seek stylish finds at Village Threads, take kids to the ever-popular Tumbleweeds Toys or stop in at Sunriver Books & Music to pick up a good read and hear a local author’s book talk.

Lithia Pacific Amateur Golf Classic

Annual golf pilgrimage for many in the Northwest and beyond, the PAC AM is the premier amateur golf event in Oregon and features competitive play on multiple courses around Central Oregon.

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