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Good morning, Bend! Thanks for all the kind notes last week. Good to know we’re not the only ones who have been dealing with the post-holiday sniffles!

In today’s Bend Buzz:

• ❤️ Local family needs your help

• 🍻 Pickleball meetup reminder

• 📆 You weekend event preview

Let’s get to it.

— Derek Carlson & Emily Elaro

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❤️ Local Family Needs Your Help

A Bend family needs your help, as local family doctor Will Speed was hit by a car that ran a red light while riding his bike home. Will is a husband, father, and volunteer for Oregon Adaptive Sports, and the outreach that I have received on Instagram asking to help spread the word tells me the impact that he has had on this community. He is currently hospitalized with a traumatic brain injury, among other injuries, and likely has a long road ahead. If you would like to help support his family during his recovery, you can donate to their GoFundMe here.

🎿 Keep Track of Grooming at Elk Lake

Elk Lake Resort added a brand new snow cat this winter, and now you can keep tabs on what trails they’ve groomed right from your phone, as they have signed up for Nordic Pulse. Nordic Pulse is a website/app used by cross-country ski areas to provide real-time updates on trail grooming. So now you can see if the Cascade Lakes Highway and loop around Elk Lake have a fresh bed of corduroy before you make your way up the hill.

🍻 Pickleball Meetup Reminder

Thank you to everyone who has RSVP’d for our pickleball meetup at Ballers & Brews on Wednesday at 5 PM. So far we’re at 70 folks (although, if last time is any indication, I wouldn’t expect everyone to show up…so no worries if you said yes but can’t make it). Just a reminder that the courts will be open from 5 - 7 PM and there will be balls and paddles provided. Austin Buskohl will also be there and hooking everyone up with their first beverage.

BUSINESS HAPPENINGS

🚐 RendezVan Camping passes go on sale this week: Mark your calendar as camping passes for Mt Bachelor’s RendezVan go on sale on Wednesday at noon, sharp. These passes always sell out quickly, hence why I’m giving a little extra heads up, so if you’re on the fence, then you’ve got a couple of days to pick a direction.

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Active Bodywork — Deep Relief for Active Lives

Active Bodywork is Bend’s go-to spot for therapeutic and sports massage, focused on deep tissue work that helps your body recover, reset, and keep moving. Whether you’re an athlete, a weekend warrior, or just carrying too much tension, Monica and her team tailor every session to what your body actually needs.

Can’t sneak away midweek? Active Bodywork now offers weekend appointments, making it easier to stay on top of recovery without rearranging your whole schedule.

If you’re ready for a massage that goes beyond relaxation and delivers real results, Active Bodywork is worth a visit.

 Call 541-619-7050 or book online at abwbend.com to schedule your next session.

LOCAL LOWDOWN

Monday 1.19

💙 Give Back on MLK Day: Join Camp Fire Bend at Bend Church - United Methodist for a morning of making heartfelt valentines for U.S. veterans. All materials are provided at this free event. 9 - 11:30 AM Bend Church—United Methodist

🌺 Mid-Winter’s Luau: Trade snow boots for island vibes with tropical drinks, festive décor, and a little escapism from the winter that hasn’t quite shown her face yet. 4 PM Cascade Lakes Pub

🎨 Toddler Time: Messy Monday: Low-pressure, high-mess creative play designed just for toddlers—because clean floors are overrated. 9 AM Mountain Air

🕊️ MLK Peace Breakfast: A meaningful morning honoring Dr. King’s legacy through reflection, community, and conversation. 10 AM OSU Cascades (Ray Hall)

🧵 Sew Club: Bring your current project or start something new—this cozy, social sewing night is all about learning and connection. 5:30 PM Freak’n Art

Tuesday 1.20

📖 Author Event: Range of Motion by Brian Trapp: Join local author Brian Trapp for a reading and discussion of Range of Motion, a reflective work exploring creativity, limitation, resilience, and the ways we adapt—both physically and emotionally—through life’s changes. 6:30 PM Roundabout Books & Café

🥾 Hike/Snow Shoe/Yak!: No snow, no problems(Ok, there’s still some snow). Strap on your hiking shoes, snowshoes, or Yaktrax and join the Paulina Peak Social Club for a wander through the woods along the snowshoe trails to the Meissner Shelter. 10:30 AM Meissner Sno-Park

❄️ Snow Ballers Bingo: Hoodoo and Crux have joined forces for an evening of bingo fun with proceeds going towards the Central Oregon Avalanche Center. 6 PM Crux

🧗‍♀️ Ladies Climb Night: A welcoming, supportive climbing night designed for women of all levels. Whether you’re brand new to the gym or a seasoned climber, this is a great chance to meet climbing partners, build confidence, and have some fun on the wall. 6:30 PM Bend Rock Gym

🏔️ Know Before You Go: Avalanche Awareness: Heading into the backcountry this winter? This free educational talk covers avalanche basics, decision-making, and current conditions so you can recreate smarter and safer in snowy terrain.  6 PM Mountain Supply

🎨 Paint Night: Unwind with a guided paint-and-sip night where all materials are provided. Come solo or bring friends—this laid-back evening is more about creativity and fun than artistic perfection. 5:30 PM Silver Moon

🏳️‍🌈 When We Rise: A powerful evening with activist Cleve Jones, who shares stories from decades at the forefront of the LGBTQ+ rights movement. This live event blends history, personal storytelling, and a call to continue the work toward equality. 6:30 PM Tower Theatre

UPCOMING EVENTS

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LIVE MUSIC

Monday 1.19

Bluegrass Collective | Silver Moon | 7 PM

Tuesday 1.20

Fluffalove | Greg’s Grill | 5 PM
Constant Smiles | Silver Moon Brewing | 6:30 PM | Tickets
Briscoe | Volcanic Theatre Pub | 7 PM | Tickets 
T5 Jazz | The Commonwealth Pub | 7 PM

WEEKEND PREVIEW

🎨🛹Friday kicks things off with Game of Skate 2 at Volcanic Theatre Pub, where style, tricks, and bragging rights take center stage. Comedy fans can catch the Mumbo Jumbo Tour at Midtown Ballroom, while music lovers can opt for an intimate evening at Songwriters in the Round featuring local favorites at Open Arts Center. Earlier in the day, Storytime Art at Two Suns Art Studio offers a creative, kid-friendly way to start the weekend.

🎶😂 Saturday spans all ages and vibes. Start the morning outdoors with Saturdays at Skyliner, then shift into island energy at Riddim & Fire, a reggae showcase highlighting local talent at Silver Moon. When night falls, comedy takes over—choose between the cheeky Bend Bachelorette Comedy Show at Craft Kitchen or Bangers and Brews Comedy Night for laughs paired with craft beer.

🍵🎭 Sunday brings nostalgia, elegance, and jaw-dropping talent. Sip and savor at A Sparkling New Year’s Tea at The Cellar, then rock out with the School of Rock Bend Kickoff Concert: A ’90s Experience at Domino Room. Wrap up the weekend with laughs at Early & Dirty Comedy or witness world-class feats with The Peking Acrobats at Tower Theatre.

🎶✨Live Music Highlights: Chained to Stone and Huck Finn Yacht Club bring energy to Silver Moon on Friday, while Saturday features SQWERV at The Commonwealth and KR3TURE at Volcanic Theatre Pub. Dexter and The Moonrocks light up the Domino Room, and Sunday winds down with Talamh Dubh & Friends at The Commonwealth and KC Flynn at River’s Place.

THANKS!

Stay warm, and thank you again for reading!

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