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Good morning, Bend! Despite yesterday being a Tuesday, it felt like everyone in town was out enjoying the very summery weather. Not that I was jealous or anything…😭

In today’s Bend Buzz:

Let’s get to it.

— Derek Carlson

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Local mountain biking trail site, BendTrails.org, announced a few months ago that they were looking for someone to purchase the site and take over management going forward. If that didn’t come to fruition, they planned on going dark as of June 1st. That day has come, and the site has, in fact, gone dark. For those looking for trail updates, places to report downed trees, and other mountain biking info, here are a few options.

The end of the school year is almost here. If you’re like us and have seriously delayed planning those last few summer camps, we’ve got you covered. Our list includes over 50 camps, and we’ve added a few last-minute entries, including middle school ultimate frisbee camp, COCC middle schooler camps (writing, baking, gaming), and an academic camp.

You can check out the full guide here →

⛵ Elk Lake Resort opens for the season: The summer season kicks off at Elk Lake Resort on Thursday as they officially open their doors, docks, and beaches to Central Oregonians in need of a little lake therapy. Their lodge will be open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM.

🍔 MidCity Smash Burgers closes for good: MidCity Smash Burgers has announced that their temporary closure is now permanent as they will not be relocating to the new BaseCamp pod. In a town where it’s becoming ever more difficult to find a cheap bite to eat, we’ll certainly miss them and their low-priced burgers.

✏ Summer Writing School launches: Want to keep those creative juices flowing all summer long (and see your work published)?? Seneca Jakosky (you’ll see her name again later in this newsletter) has launched a series of four-week writing workshops that will take place at Howl Goods. Each month will feature a different theme and, at the end of the summer, your (and your fellow classmates’) work will be published in a book that will be sold at Howl!

🏋 Mountain West CrossFit opens its doors: The north end of town got a new workout spot as Mountain West CrossFit opened its doors on Monday. The space is located in the old Knecht's Auto Parts and Bargain Bros building near the DMV and offers CrossFit, Hydrox, 24/7 open gym access, sauna, and a cold plunge. They’ll be hosting an open house soon, or feel free to drop in to any class to check out the space.

🏐 Velocity Volleyball Academy opens: Have a middle or high schooler who is looking to improve their volleyball skills over the summer? Velocity Volleyball Academy will be offering small-group (max 12 athletes) clinics for both boys and girls this summer and school year.

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Bend’s newest Brazilian specialist, Kyrsten, just joined Rebel Wax Studio, and we’re looking for her next regulars. She has 10+ years of experience, 600+ 5‑star reviews, and was ranked #3 regionally at her last studio.

To welcome her to Bend, Bend Buzz readers can book a first‑time Brazilian wax for just $35 (new clients only). We’ve got morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend appointments, and we can get you in this week!

Rebel Wax Studio is Oregon’s go‑to spot for waxing. We train other waxers, use our very own pro‑grade Rebel Wax products, and our warehouse is also here in Bend. 

Mention “Bend Buzz” when you book and lock in the $35 price. Questions? 

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🥕 Bend Farmers Market: Wednesday is farmers market day, and summer is fully in swing. Fresh produce, local vendors, and the best midday errand in Bend. 11 AM Downtown Bend

👩 Women's Walk & Talk: A midday walk and conversation with AdventurUs, a casual, connective Wednesday for women who want community and fresh air in equal measure. 12 PM Outside In

🀄 Après Mahj: Mahjong mania is sweeping the country, and now Bend is getting in on the fun. Come learn how to play or find a new worthy challenger at the inaugural edition of this new meetup. 5:30 PM Ponch’s Place

🧵 Made with Pride: Design your ultimate Pride outfit at The Open Arts Center in a workshop that's all about self-expression, creativity, and showing up exactly as you are. 3 PM The Open Arts Center

🦫 Scientific Literacy Book Club: Science, books, and cold beer at Dogwood at the Pine Shed with Think Wild’s Beaver Den book club. 5:30 PM Dogwood at the Pine Shed

🧖 Women's Wednesday Sauna: A dedicated sauna session for women at Hanai's Sauna Garden. Hot, restorative, and the exact kind of community a Wednesday needs. 5:30 PM Hanai Sauna Garden

🏃 Lululemon Bend Run & Walk Club: A new monthly community run and walk from Lululemon. All paces welcome. 5:30 PM Lululemon

🧘 Yoga in the Park: Take your practice to Pioneer Park for an outdoor yoga session as the evenings get longer and warmer. 6 PM Pioneer Park

📔 Handmade Journal Workshop: Learn how to make your own leather-bound journal so you’re never without a pen and paper again. 5:30 PM Freak’n Art

🏃 Global Running Day: Celebrate Global Running Day with a community run at Riverbend Park hosted by Girl, Get After It. All paces, all abilities, all welcome. 6 PM Riverbend Park

🎵 Music Bingo: It's bingo, but make it musical, guess the song for the win at Portello Lounge. 6:30 PM Portello Lounge

🚵‍♀ Community Mountain Bike Ride: Tackle the 13-mile Tyler’s Traverse loop in this fun intermediate-level group ride. Be sure to bring a chair for a post-ride parking lot hang. 5:15 PM Tyler’s Traverse Trailhead

🎥 Outdoor Movie Night: Head to Ballers & Brews for a movie on the big screen under the stars. This week’s feature is your kids’ favorite - K-Pop Demon Hunters. 5:30 PM Ballers & Brews

🪨 Tinkergarden Intro Class: Bring your littles to Tumalo State Park for a $5 Tinkergarden intro class. 11 AM Tumalo State Park

🎵 Public Rock Choir: Belt out some rock classics with a crowd of strangers at the Central Library. No auditions and no experience necessary. 6 PM Central Library

☕ Founders in the Field Sip & Learn: An early morning gathering for entrepreneurs and founders at Almadorada. 9 AM. 8 AM Almadorada

📱 Getting to Know Your iPhone Workshop: A free workshop at Larkspur Community Center for anyone who wants to know what all those dang buttons do on the iPhone. 11 AM Larkspur Community Center

🌄 Alpenglow Nights: Alpenglow Park comes alive for an evening of community, music, and that golden hour Central Oregon light. One of the summer's recurring highlights. 6 PM Alpenglow Park

🖌 Art at the Park: Join Freak’n Art for a plein-air pastel workshop. Here you’ll learn best practices and techniques for working with oil pastels while drawing directly from life. 5:30 PM Drake Park

🎼 Music Ekphrasis: Join Seneca Jakosky at Howl Goods for a drop-in writing session inspired by music. 6:30 PM Howl Goods

🎭 Liza's Lounge Dinner Cabaret: The Greenhouse Cabaret serves up another intimate dinner cabaret evening. Light bites provided by Luscious Supper Club (IYKYK). 7 PM The Greenhouse Cabaret

🐰 Rabbit Hole: A new show at Open Space Event Studios that we're told goes deep with an immersive experience. 7 PM Open Space Event Studios

🚴 Taste the Rainbow Rubix Ride: A Pride-themed group bike ride with Bend Cruiser Ride. 7 PM Bunk & Brew

📚 With the Enduring Tides by Jane Kirkpatrick: Beloved Pacific Northwest author Jane Kirkpatrick brings her newest novel to Roundabout Books for an evening of storytelling and conversation. 7 PM Roundabout Books & Cafe

🌊 Feel & Flow at Flux Thermal Lounge: Start your Thursday with a morning session at Flux, featuring movement, heat, and the kind of reset that carries you through the whole day. 8:30 AM Flux Thermal Lounge

Anderson Koenig | Crosscut Warming Hut | 6 PM
Fai Laci | Silver Moon | 7 PM | Tickets
Dali Croome | The Commonwealth Pub | 7:30 PM

The Rusty Frets | Alpenglow Park | 5 PM
Broken Top Bluegrass | River’s Place | 6 PM 
Doc Monos | The Lot | 6 PM
Sidney Joseph | Mountain Burger | 6 PM
Haute Melange | Stoller Wine Bar | 6 PM
Larkspur Stand | Bevel Craft Brewing | 6 PM
Ghosts in the Clover | Alpenglow Park | 6:30 PM
Lord Huron | Hayden Homes | 7 PM | Tickets 
Cali Agents | Silver Moon | 7 PM | Tickets
Evan Mullins & Connor Bennett | The Commonwealth Pub | 7:30 PM

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