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⏱️ Another busy summer weekend

⏱️ Another busy summer weekend

The Cascade Classic Cycling Criterium returns, art and music in Sunriver, and Fido goes for gold

Derek Carlson
August 09, 2024

Good morning, Bend! Temperatures may only be topping out in the 80s for the next week but we promise to still bring the heat.

In today’s Bend Buzz:

🚲️ A Central Oregon cycling classic returns
🏘️ Home buyers have more options
🥇 Fido goes for the gold

Let’s get to it.

— Derek Carlson

SNAPSHOTS

🏡 More homes on the market means…

Beacon Appraisal Group released every Central Oregon realtor’s favorite monthly real estate report, the Beacon Report. The big news this month was another increase in homes on the market in Bend. With nearly four months of supply, a number not seen now for years, home buyers have a whole lot more options and can be a little bit choosier than in years past. Will this lead to lower home prices? Only time will tell.

🚵‍♀️ The Cascade Cycling Classic Criterium returns

After a 7-year-long absence, the Cascade Cycling Classic Criterium returns to the high desert. This adrenalin-fueled race runs through downtown Bend as cyclists try to ride as many laps as possible within the set time limit. With sharp turns and long straightaways, there will be no shortage of action in this year’s race.

The festivities run from noon through the evening hours, so there are plenty of opportunities to head downtown and catch a race or two.

BUSINESS HAPPENINGS

🪅 Tomi Mart Grand Opening: Tomi Mart is holding a grand opening celebration for their brand new Asian Market. Stop by to check out the festivities like the ramen eating contest, balloon art, and taekwondo demo. 3 - 7 PM 1180 SE 3rd St

🎿 Second Wind Sports Grand Opening: Not to be outdone, Second Wind Sports is also holding their grand opening celebration on Saturday. Swing by to say hello and pick up some sweet discounted gear. 725 NW Columbia St

LOCAL LOWDOWN

👩‍🎨 Art with a view: Take a journey down 97 to everyone’s favorite resort destination for a weekend of art. The Sunriver Art Fest kicks off on Friday and runs through the weekend. You’ll be able to browse art from over 70 artists and make your pick for which piece will win best of show. August 9 - 11 57100 Beaver Dr

Friday

💐 Spruce up the house with some flowers: It won’t be long before the leaves start changing colors, so take advantage of summer with a beautiful bouquet of locally grown flowers from the weekly flower market. This market features flowers from 21 Central Oregon growers and takes place every Friday at Pomegranate Home. 11 AM - 2 PM 120 NE Bend River Mall Dr

🐼 Movies in the Park: This week’s edition of Movies in the Park takes place at Pine Nursery Park and features Kung Fu Panda. The movie kicks off at 7 PM, so grab your picnic blanket, pack some popcorn, and let the kids stay up past their bedtime. 7 PM Pine Nursery Park

Saturday

🌕️ Bend Moonlight Market: Hop over to Open Space Studios between events at the bike race for a day of vendors, music, art, and more at the Bend Moonlight Market. 3 - 11 PM 220 NE Lafayette Ave

🚵 Cyclists take over downtown Bend: Watch as cyclists race around corners and down straightaways in downtown Bend. The first races kick off at 12:35 PM and continue until nearly 9 PM. If you’re passing through downtown, prepare for detours, as many roads will be closed off.

🐩 Doggos go for gold: Bend’s inaugural edition of the Doggolympics kicks off at the Old Mill District. Come and watch as local canine legends compete in events like the sprint, high jump, and agility course. Greg’s Grill will offer food and drinks so the competitor’s human companions won’t feel left out of the fun. 11 AM - 4 PM Old Mill District

🍻 Hoppy Beer Fest: In case you haven’t yet gotten the memo - hop-forward beers are in these days, and Bevel Craft Brewing is throwing a party to celebrate some of the best of these beers from around the Pacific Northwest. The Pursuit of Hoppiness hoppy beer fest will feature 12 hop-forward beers from brewers across the region. Tickets are $20 presale or $30 day of and include 12 5-ounce pours and a commemorative glass. 12 - 5 PM Bevel Craft Brewing

Sunday

🗝️ Sunday Vintage Market: Gathered Wares is hosting their monthly vintage market at the Old Iron Works. Come for an afternoon of music, coffee from Cafe Des Chutes, and browsing goods from vintage vendors. 10 AM - 2 PM 50 Scott St

💃 Dance like no one is watching: Heartbeat Silent Disco is bringing the party to Bend with a disco party in the park. For those not in the know, like me, a silent disco is where everyone wears headphones that are synced to the same music so you can dance the night away and confuse everyone looking on from a distance. 6 - 9 PM Drake Park

LIVE MUSIC

Friday

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BEND OUTDOOR GUIDE

💫 Look to the skies

The Perseid meteor shower passes overhead each year around this time, and on Sunday night, it will reach its peak. During good years, you can see up to 200 meteors per hour streaking across the night sky.

On Sunday evening, the moon will be up until around midnight, so the hours after that will provide the best viewing of the skies.

Places like the Cascade Lakes Highway or the Badlands are great spots to watch for shooting stars. Bring a blanket or a chair that reclines, or your neck will not be happy the next day…I can attest to that from personal experience 😖

THANKS!

Stay cool, and thank you again for reading!

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