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Good morning, Bend! I feel like I’ve been saying this a lot lately, but there is A TON of stuff happening this weekend (like a ton, a ton), so get those walking shoes ready.

In today’s Bend Buzz:

Let’s get to it.

— Derek Carlson & Emily Elaro 

The wait is finally over! We are beyond stoked to announce that Kiln is officially opening its doors to our brand-new Bend location on Monday, May 18th! This isn't just another office, it’s a high-altitude hub designed to fuel your creativity, elevate your grind, and connect you with the most driven community. Want an inside look before the crowd? Book your tour to claim your corner of the coolest workspace in town!

The party doesn't stop there. To celebrate our arrival, we’re hosting an Open Coworking Week from June 1–5! That’s five full days of premium perks, bottomless coffee, and elite networking all on us. Still skeptical? Come see the upscale, top-notch "WOW" factor of this space for yourself. We only have 50 spots available for the week, so grab yours before they're gone. RSVP here to secure your spot and see why the future of work has officially arrived in Bend. Let’s get to work!

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The Homegrown Music Festival gets fully underway on Friday with an impressive lineup of local musicians performing across five stages at the Century Center. The fun kicks off at 4 PM on Friday and runs way past my bedtime. On Saturday, the fest starts at 10 AM with dancing with Get Up and Groove, followed by bands playing from 1 PM to the closing ceremony at 10:15. You can check out the full schedule here.

This one is for you, parents. The splash pad at Alpenglow Park in SE Bend has officially reopened for the summer. The waves (ok - maybe they’re more like splashes) start up at 10 AM and run until 8 PM daily.

🫖 Blue Spruce Pottery seconds sale: Missed out on all the business garage and seconds sales last weekend? Here’s your second chance, as Blue Spruce Pottery is clearing out their inventory to make way for new goods! Swing by their studio at 20591 Dorchester East on Saturday from 10 AM - 2 PM and save up to 75% off their regular prices.

🎱 Rally Recreation’s last day: Want to go hang out at Rally Recreation for one last afternoon of billiards, ping pong, or pop-a-shot? You’d better do it quick as Sunday will be their last day in business. After that, they’ll be closing the doors to the NWX location and moving on to new adventures.

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Meet Wild Bloom Esthetics

Wild Bloom Esthetics just opened in Bend, and owner & certified advanced esthetician Elise Lowery is ready to see you at her chic space off of Greenwood Ave. She specializes in full body and facial sugar waxing, an organic hair removal option that's gentle enough for sensitive skin, plus eyebrow and eyelash tinting and spray tanning services.

New to Wild Bloom? Book two services in one appointment and get the second one 50% off (equal or lesser value, one-time use).

Book at wildbloomestheticsbend.com or reach out at [email protected].

🐦 Wildbird Market: A curated market at The Commons for the nature-minded and the aesthetically inclined. Come browse and find something worth taking home. 11 AM The Commons

🍺 Makers Night at Craft Kitchen: Makers, creators, and builders gather at Craft Kitchen for a Friday night of craft and community. Bring a project, meet some humans, drink something good. 6 PM Craft Kitchen & Brewery

🎻 Portland Cello Project: The Portland Cello Project brings their boundary-pushing, genre-defying cello magic to the Tower Theatre. 7:30 PM Tower Theatre

🏳️‍🌈 Dyke Night: One year of showing up, celebrating community, and having a genuinely great time at Dogwood at the Pine Shed. The first anniversary party is going to be something special! 8 PM Dogwood at the Pine Shed

🎲 Game Night at the Museum: The Museum invites you to explore how people played, gambled, and gathered by learning historic favorites like Faro and Keno alongside contemporary games in a lively, welcoming setting. 6:30 PM High Desert Museum

🗝 Vintage Rendezvous: Come hang at Crux and find some new-to-you vintage styles perfect for the summer ahead. 4 PM Crux

🥕 Elevation Farmers Market: Finish off the workweek by swinging by Bend’s newest farmers market. 3 - 7 PM Elevation Bend (Bend Factory Stores)

🎭 The Secret Garden: It’s opening night for BEAT Children’s Theatre’s newest performance - The Secret Garden. There will be four performances over the weekend (and more next weekend), so find the one that works for you. 7 PM Open Space Event Studios

🎪 Bend Children’s Festival: Bring the whole family for a day of activities and fun with the Bend Children’s Fest. 11 AM Drake Park

🏃 Community Fun Run: Come join Seven Peaks School for a 3k fun run/walk/stroller push. Proceeds will support the Alliance League and Cinderella’s Closet. 8:30 AM Seven Peaks Playground

🐦 Birding for Breakfast: Early birds get the worms, and the birds. The High Desert Museum hosts a sunrise birding experience that pairs coffee with some of the best wildlife viewing in Central Oregon. 7 AM High Desert Museum

🌺 Mother’s Day at Tumalo Lavender: Bring mom out to the farm, the lavender farm that is, for Tumalo Lavender’s Mother’s Day event. There will be free gifts for moms, light bites and lemonade, and, of course, their picturesque setting to explore. 10 AM - 4 PM Tumalo Lavender

💐 Flower Party: Or maybe bring mom by The Grove to create your own stunning bouquet at Passion Flowers’ flower party. Pricing is by the stem, so you can make it as simple or extravagant as you’d like. 10 AM The Grove

🐶 Paws & Pints: Bring your furry friend down to the old mill for some pup-friendly activities, vendors, and beverages. 12 PM Greg’s Grill

🏃‍♀️ Happy Girls Run: A women's run at Riverbend Park that's all about joy, community, and crossing the finish line feeling great. 9 AM Riverbend Park

🌿 Trail Love: Head out to Wanoga Sno Park with the Central Oregon Trail Alliance for a morning of trail maintenance and outdoor community. 9 AM Wanoga Sno Park

🌙 Moonlight Market: Bend’s grooviest night market is back for a Mother’s Day edition of music, vendors, tattoos, and more. 4 - 11 PM Silver Moon

🛠 9th St Village Makers Market: Swing by Bevel Brewing for the kickoff of their makers market series that will be happening the second Saturday of each month through September. 12 - 4 PM Bevel Brewing

🎨 Bend Creators Market, Beauty Expo, and Health Fair: Three expos all under one roof. One ticket gets you into all three. 9 AM Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center

🌸 Mother's Day Event at The Grove: Calling all moms! Enjoy a free workout from Bar Method at 9:15 AM, followed by a Mother’s Day market featuring local vendors. 9:15 AM The Grove

💐 Treat Yo' Mama: River's Place celebrates the moms with a proper Mother's Day event. Treat her right. 12 PM River's Place

♻️ 14th Annual Rubbish Renewed Eco Fashion Show: Designers transform recycled materials into runway-worthy looks at The Pavilion. One of the most creative and inspiring events of the season—now in its 14th year. 5:30 PM The Pavilion

🦁 Think Wild's 6th Annual Wildlife Baby Shower: Baby animals need love too, and Think Wild's annual fundraiser is the most adorable way to support Central Oregon's wildlife rehabilitation efforts. Oregon Spirit Distillers provides the backdrop for an evening of drinks, community, and very cute animals. 3 PM Oregon Spirit Distillers

🔥 Hot Mess Fest: An all-women event at Craft Kitchen that sounds like exactly the kind of chaotic, joyful, unapologetically fun Saturday night Bend needs. 4 PM Craft Kitchen & Brewery

🎹 Mostly Low Recital: A trio of Central Oregon musicians presents an evening of “Mostly Low” flute and piano music. The program features the smooth, sultry voices of the alto and bass flutes (with some “regular flute” thrown in). 7 PM COCC - Wille Hall

😂 Bend vs. Boise Comedy Showdown: Two cities enter, one city leaves victorious. A comedy battle at UPP Liquids and Bend's honor is on the line, show up and represent. 7:30 PM UPP Liquids

😂 Paula Poundstone: One of America's most beloved stand-up comedians comes to the Tower Theatre for a Saturday night that'll have you laughing until it hurts. 7:30 PM Tower Theatre

🌱 Spring Plant Sale and Farmers Market: Why buy a bouquet when you can (attempt to) grow your own. Pick up some plants for the garden and hit up the farmers market while you’re at it. 10 AM Worthy Greenhouse

🥂 Second Sunday Vintage Market: Gathered Wares opens up for their monthly vintage market. Mother's Day gift hunting has never looked this good. 10 AM Gathered Wares

🎨 Moms! Makers! Mimosas!: Old Bend Ironworks celebrates Mother's Day with makers, mimosas, and the kind of morning that feels like a gift in itself. 10 AM Old Bend Ironworks

🌸 Mother's Day Market at The Bite: A Mother's Day market with local vendors, food trucks, and the perfect last-minute gift situation. 11 AM The Bite

🧶 Crochet Workshop: Learn the basics of crocheting at this 3-part class. By the end of the series, you’ll go home with your own handmade amigurumi project (that’s a cute little crocheted animal). 4:30 PM Two Suns Art Studio

🏋 Mother’s Day at Discovery Park: Kick off Mother’s Day with a free workout at Discovery Park…or just come for the bouquet building (we won’t judge). 1 PM Discovery Park

🎉 Bend Chamber Centennial Celebration: A special evening at the High Desert Museum honoring 100 years of connection, collaboration, and commerce in Bend—with a Centennial IPA from Deschutes Brewery, hors d’oeuvres and signature cocktails, live music, a photo booth, and a collaborative art experience. A festive, polished, Bend-style night worth celebrating. May 21, 6–8 PM, High Desert Museum. $50.

Aribelle & Katie Fitz | Bend Cider Co. | 6 PM
Fern Spores | Silver Moon | 7 PM | Tickets 
Tylor & the Train Robbers | Silver Moon | 7 PM | Tickets
Portland Cello Project | Tower Theatre | 7:30 PM | Tickets

Heller Highwater | Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center | 11:30 AM
Dom Ruben | On Tap | 5 PM
Tony Smiley | Portello Lounge | 7 PM
Cover Story | McMenamins | 7 PM | Tickets

Electric Six | Volcanic Theatre Pub | 7 PM | Tickets

Stay warm, and thank you again for reading!

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