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Good morning, Bend! Well, this weekend is looking downright spectacular. We might need to trade in the pumpkin spice lattes and sweaters for one last river float of the year.

In today’s Bend Buzz:

Let’s get to it.

— Derek Carlson

Buying or Selling a Home Doesn't Need to Be Complicated

My job is pretty simple.

I help people buy and sell homes so they can get where they're trying to go.

The part that isn't always simple is the market.

Right now, mortgage rates are elevated again, and understandably, that's causing some people to pump the brakes. Higher rates can make buying more difficult. They can affect what buyers can afford. And for sellers, they can shrink the pool of people able or willing to buy their home.

But another obstacle doesn't necessarily mean your goal is off the table. It means understanding the market you're in, recognizing what's working right now, and putting together the right strategy to get the job done.

That's what I do.

If you're thinking about buying or selling and trying to figure out what makes sense in this market, I'm always happy to talk it through.

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Want to Understand the Market for Yourself?

That's also why I created the H.O.M.E. Report, my free monthly look at what's actually happening across the Central Oregon housing market and what it means for buyers and sellers. The September numbers will be released on October 5th, with an updated look at where the market is changing, where buyers and sellers have leverage, and what I'm watching as we head further into fall.

You can read the latest report anytime at abrestate.com/home-library, or subscribe there to have the newest report sent to you each month.

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It’s Fall Festival weekend in Bend. In addition to a few smaller fests around town, the big one will be taking over downtown for three days of food, drinks, live music, art, family-friendly activities, and more. The Fest kicks off on Friday evening at 5 PM with the food and music portion, and the rest of the activities kick off on Saturday morning at 11 AM.

The MBSEF Ski Swap is coming up next weekend, and this is your reminder that, if you’d like to sell your gear at the swap, it needs to be registered by Monday. That gives you a full weekend to go through your closet to pull out all those old skis and other winter gear that are ready for a new home. We’ll have more next week on the swap, presale party, and all that fun stuff.

Despite the 80+ degree temps forecasted into next week, Friday will be the last for roller skating at the Pavilion. They’ll be hosting an end-of-season party tonight (Friday), before beginning to transition over to ice season. The ice rink is tentatively slated to open back up on October 21st.

🌮 Papi Chulo’s 4th anniversary party: Come celebrate four years of tacos, margaritas, and good times at the Box Factory for Papi Chulo’s. On Friday evening (that’s tonight!) from 6 - 10 PM, they’ll be partying in style with food, drinks, and music.

🍻 Terranaut Brewing turns 2: Somehow, it’s already been two years since Terranaut Brewing opened. Come celebrate their second anniversary on Saturday with special beer releases, raffle prizes, live music, and food from Shark Mouth Fajitas and Pizza Beast.

🍦 Last weekend for Birdsong Ice Cream: Everyone’s favorite New Zealand-style ice cream spot (disregard the fact that it’s the only New Zealand-style ice cream spot in town) is staying open for one last weekend. So if you’ve had a hankering for some soft serve with real fruit blended in, you have until Sunday to grab a cone before they’re closed for the season.

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Ever thought about teaching Pilates?

Bendy Body Pilates is taking seven people through its next teacher training, starting January 22. The 260-hour program, run with the Pilates Education Institute, covers mat and reformer instruction over six in-studio weekends, plus online modules, observation, practice teaching, and unlimited studio access to get your hours in.

You come out fully certified, with real training on anatomy, sequencing, working with injuries, and how to land a job once you're done.

Only seven spots are open for the winter session.

Check out bendybodypilates.com for more info →
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🛍 First Friday: The October version of First Friday is here, and the weather is looking glorious for an evening out on the town. As always, festivities at the Old Mill take place from 3 - 6 PM and downtown Bend from 5 - 8 PM. 3 - 6 PM (Old Mill) & 5 - 8 PM (Downtown Bend)

🍻 Fresh Hops on the Pond: Fresh hop season is here, and Bend Brewing’s annual celebration of the season is back for two days. 11 AM (Friday & Saturday) Bend Brewing Co

🎬 Wild & Scenic Film Fest: Join the Oregon Natural Desert Association for an evening of short films that address pressing environmental issues, highlight incredible work being done by activists around the world, and celebrate the beauty of our planet. 6 PM Tower Theatre

🗝 Escape the Museum: The Deschutes Historical Museum’s escape room kicks off today, and (as of Thursday) there are still a few spots available! All Day Deschutes Historical Museum

🤣 Next Stop Comedy Tour: Get ready for an evening of laughs at Bridge 99 courtesy of the funny crew from Next Stop Comedy. 7:30 PM Bridge 99

🚌 After Hours Field Trip: Come enjoy an afternoon of hands-on activities at Skyline Lodge and raise some money for the Youth Nature Access Fund’s Partners. 5 PM Skyliner Lodge

📽 Movies in the Mountains: Did you heed my warning that this event would sell out? If so, perhaps you have tickets for the first movie in the mountain, Jurassic Park. If you dragged your feet (like I did), then you’ll have to sit this one out as tickets are long gone. 5:30 PM West Village Parking Lot

🎉 First Friday Block Party: Come party with The Commons at their monthly first Friday block party. Music will be provided by Funk Around & Find Out. 6:30 PM The Commons

🕸 Creepy Crafts: Bring your kids to Bend Tea + Art Lounge for an evening of spooooky crafts while you enjoy a (kid-free) evening out on the town. 5:30 PM Bend Tea + Art Lounge

🎪 Elevation Market: Market season is wrapping up, and this week is the grand finale for the Elevation Market. 3 PM Elevation

🪴 Volunteer Project Day: Looking for a way to give back to the community? Head to Riley Ranch, where you can help plant native species in the lower canyon area. 9 AM Riley Ranch

🍶 Mud Lake Studio Seconds Sale: Artists at Mud Lake Studios are clearing off the shelves as they start to gear up for the holiday season. These slightly imperfect pieces will all be available for either $5, $10, $15, or $20. 9 AM - 4 PM Mud Lake Studios

🔭 Solar Viewing: Want to get an up-close look at our closest star (safely)? The staff from Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory will be on hand at the Central Library with specialized equipment that will give you an up-close look at the sun. 12 PM Central Library

🛥 Yachtoberfest: Missed all the other Oktoberfests? Midtown Yacht Club is giving you one last chance to dust off your lederhosen with their annual Yachtoberfest party. 1 - 8 PM Midtown Yacht Club

🍁 Fall Fest at Lava Pass: It’s a weekend of fall fests around town. Swing by the space between Jackstraw and the Box Factory for an afternoon of airbrush tattoos, free pumpkins, live music, and all-around family fun. 12 PM Box Factory

🍂 Crux Fall Fest: Want to keep the fall fest fun rolling? Take a walk up the street to Crux for a full day of live music, local makers, and fall fun. 12 - 8 PM Crux

🎶 Central Oregon Symphony Music Masters: The Central Oregon Symphony is hosting a pair of events with a flute masterclass in the morning, followed by a recital in the evening. Both events are free and open to the public. 10 AM & 7 PM COCC

🫖 Make Your Own Tea: Want to learn how to make your own tea blends? Sevi from Metolius Tea will be guiding you through the process of turning herbs, flowers, and teas into delicious blends. 10 AM Bend Tea + Art Lounge

🎤 Family Friendly Karaoke: Bring the whole family to Bridge 99 for an evening of karaoke. 6 PM Bridge 99

🏓 Dink for a Cure: Join the Bend Pickleball Club at the Pine Nursery Courts for an afternoon of pickleball to raise funds to help end Alzheimer’s. 1 PM Pine Nursery Pickleball Courts

🐶 The Found Ultra: Come cheer on Florio and help support Street Dog Hero at this charity ultra running event. Cheer on Florio (and the dogs) for a lap or two, enjoy some live music, and grab a brew and some food. 7 AM - 7 PM Street Dog Hero

🏃 Fall Foot Races: A quartet of running races are hitting the road and trails this morning with the Fall Foot Half, Bigfoot 10k, Fleet Foot 5k, and Little Foot Kid’s Run. Varies depending on race

🖌 Fall into Art: Bring the whole family to Sagebrusher’s Art Society for an afternoon of art, music, and seasonal fun. 1 PM Sagebrushers Art Society

🪡 Handmade Leather Tote Bag Class: Tired of lugging around a cheap tote bag that you got for free a decade ago? Come make your own leather tote with guidance from Elise of Bench Studio. 1 PM Freak’N Art

🪩 Not’cho Grandma’s Bingo: Bend’s liveliest morning of bingo needs no introduction. Book a seat and enjoy the party while raising some funds for a good cause. 9:30 PM Silver Moon

🪄 Peter Antoniou: Blending razor-sharp British humor with astonishing psychological illusion, Peter Antoniou creates an interactive live experience that is equal parts hilarious, mysterious, and impossible to forget. 7:30 PM Tower Theatre

🧠 Sunday Funday Trivia: Kick back, enjoy some football on the big screen, and try your hand at some Sunday Funday trivia. 12 PM River’s Place

Black Label Society | Hayden Homes Amphitheater | 6:30 PM | Tickets
Chris Beland | Portello Lounge | 6:30 PM
Desperate Electric | Silver Moon | 7 PM | Tickets
ShineOla Singalong | Commonwealth Pub | 5 PM
The Hasbens | Fall Festival | 5:30 PM
Sun Dive | Fall Festival | 7 PM
Taken by The Sky (Fleetwood Mac Tribute) | Fall Festival | 8:30 PM

Empire of the Sun | Hayden Homes Amphitheater | 6:30 PM | Tickets
J. Roddy Walston | The Domino Room | 8 PM | Tickets
The Punch Brothers | Tower Theatre | 7:30 PM | Tickets
Speedway Sleeper | Silver Moon | 7 PM | Tickets
Desert Wheelhouse | Crux | 4 PM
Mikey Bilello & Beverly Anderson | River’s Place | 6 PM
Dust Devils | The Bite | 6 PM
Radio Ranch | Commonwealth Pub | 7:30 PM
Barringer & Baker | Portello Lounge | 6:30 PM
School of Rock | Fall Festival | 12:30 PM
Brandon Campbell Trio | Fall Festival | 5:30 PM
Tony Smiley | Fall Festival | 7 PM
Low Down Brass Band | Fall Festival | 8:30 PM

Nekrogoblikon | Volcanic Theatre Pub | 8 PM | Tickets
Fine Folk | Silver Moon Brewing | 6 PM | Tickets
School of Rock | Fall Festival | 12:30 PM
Sweet N Juicy | Fall Festival | 3:30 PM

Stay cool, and thank you again for reading!

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