☄️ Look to the skies

Tool library opens next month, Perseid meteor shower peaks this week, and the latest local jobs

Author

Derek Carlson
August 13, 2025

TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Bend! Anyone else headed out to some dark skies to watch the meteor shower this week?

In today’s Bend Buzz:

  • 🛠️ The tool lending library has a location and opening date

  • 🍕 Ken’s Pizza reopens

  • 💼 Another batch of local jobs

Let’s get to it.

— Emily Randolph & Derek Carlson

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SNAPSHOTS

☄️ Perseids Meteor Shower Peaks this Week

If you have the chance, try to find some dark skies this week, as the Perseid meteor shower will be reaching its peak. We try to head out east into the badlands pretty much every year to watch the show play out in the skies above. The lack of wildfire smoke will make things a little easier, but unfortunately, the moon phase won’t be doing us any favors.

Take it from this 40+ year old newsletter writer with a chronically stiff neck: either bring a blanket to lie down or a reclining camping chair. After an hour or so, your neck will thank you.

A month or two (or maybe it was three) ago, we shared the news of a group of locals who were starting a tool lending library. Well, a lot of work has been happening behind the scenes, and come September 5th, the Central Oregon Tool Library will officially be opening its doors at the Bend ReStore off of NE 3rd. Want to donate your time, money, or labor to help things get up and running smoothly? You can find more info on how to do so here.

BUSINESS HAPPENINGS

✂️ Ribbon Cutting for Ace Handyman Services: Join the Bend Chamber as they celebrate the opening of Ace Handyman Services with a ribbon cutting and grand opening celebration. Thursday @ 3 PM 1311 SE Wilson Ave

🍕 Ken’s Pizza reopens: New pizza hotspot Ken’s Artisan Pizza had to close for nearly a month due to a sprinkler malfunction in their downtown restaurant. But now pizza lovers can rejoice once again as they are officially back open for business. As before, they are open for dinner service only from Wednesday to Monday (closed on Tuesdays). And if you want to grab a table right at opening, you’d best hop in line early.

COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS

Bend is full of amazing folks helping to build a stronger community, and they can use your help! Here are a few opportunities for those looking to donate some time or materials.

🖌️ Open Arts Center donation drive: The Open Arts Center has secured their space for the future, and now they need your help outfitting it so students can hit the ground running. On Saturday, August 23rd, they’ll be hosting a supply drive and are asking folks to help out with new or gently used items like art supplies, furniture, musical instruments, tech & media tools, and household items. You can find more details here.

🎒 Boys and Girls Club school supplies: Sierra James is launching a Tools for Tomorrow School Supply drive benefitting the Boys & Girls Club of Bend. With the school year just around the corner, they’re collecting much-needed items to support local afterschool programs. While Bend-La Pine Schools does an amazing job providing in-class supplies, programs like the Boys & Girls Club could use a little extra help. Anyone who's had to juggle childcare during working hours knows how vital these programs are for families.

Folks can drop off supplies at the Sierra James office, or contact Mindy directly at [email protected] to schedule pick-up

🤝 Youth mentors needed at Circle of Friends: Circle of Friends is looking for volunteer mentors to support local youth in need. The organization partners with the Sisters School District to identify children from chaotic or low-income households and pairs them with trained mentors who provide consistent, long-term relationships. Working with schools, community partners, and parents, they create inclusive plans that help each child succeed. This summer’s focus is on outdoor adventure and leadership, offering positive experiences that build confidence and life skills. To learn more about becoming a mentor, contact [email protected].

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TOGETHER WITH SALT AESTHETICS

The art of our work? Making everyone wonder if you had anything done at all.

Hey BendBuzz—feels good to be back!

A lot has happened since we last showed up in your inbox… Shannon got married and Suzanne welcomed a brand new baby girl. And through it all, we’ve kept doing what we love—helping people look naturally refreshed, not overdone.

For those who don’t know us, we’re Suzanne and Shannon, co-founders (and sisters) of Salt Aesthetics, a boutique medical aesthetics clinic right here in Bend. Like you, we've seen enough over-filled faces and bad Botox to last a lifetime. That’s why we do things differently.

We keep it simple: a few highly effective services, done really (really) well. No pushy sales, no pressure—just honest, expert treatments designed to make you feel like you.

Whether you’re a med spa regular or just curious about dipping your toes in, we’d love to meet you.

As a BendBuzz exclusive, we’re offering wrinkle relaxers (Botox, Xeomin, Dysport) at $12.60/unit for first-time clients. Come see what subtle can do.

LOCAL LOWDOWN

Wednesday 8.13

🚴 Gear Fix Group Ride: Roll out with the Gear Fix crew for a midweek pedal sesh. Expect good vibes, local bike banter, and maybe a few bonus “woohoos!” as you cruise Bend’s best routes. 5:30 PM Gear Fix

🎨 Stamp Making Workshop: Get crafty with custom stamp designs — we’re talking handmade magic you can actually use. Perfect for jazzing up cards, journals, or your roommate’s to-do list (with love, of course). 5:30 PM Downtown Bend Library 

🧸 Nature Kids Teddy Bear Picnic: Grab your littles (ages 6-10), pack a picnic, and bring their favorite stuffed sidekick for a morning of nature fun in one of Bend’s dreamiest parks. Teddy bear tea party meets outdoor explorer mode. 9:30 AM Shevlin Park

🌽 Farmer’s Market: Bend style: local produce, artisan snacks, and probably a friend-of-a-friend selling homemade hot sauce. Support local, fill your tote, and snack your way down the alley. 11 AM - 3 PM Brooks Alley

🤝 Youth Meetup: If you have a teen or young adult (14–26) who experiences disability, check out this meetup! Connect, play games, and try something new with peers–it’s all about building friendships, encouraging independence, and creating good memories. 2 PM Rally Recreation

👟 Pub Run to Boss Rambler: Run a little, sip a little — the ultimate Bend combo. Start at FootZone, end with cold pints at Boss Rambler. Runners, walkers, and “I’ll mostly be here for the beer” types welcome. 5:30 PM FootZone

🍶🧀 Sake & Cheese: It’s a Thing!: Turns out sake and cheese are a killer pairing — who knew? Hanai + Talking Cheese are here to school your tastebuds in unexpected deliciousness.  5:30 PM Hanai

📖 Hello! Storytime: Bring the little ones to Roundabout Books for a morning of stories and fun. Ages 0 - 5. 10:30 AM Roundabout Books

Thursday 8.14

🚵‍♀️ Women of the Dirt: Ladies, it’s your time to shine on the trails. A day of dirt, gravity, and high-fives, plus all the mountain magic Bachelor delivers. Newbies to shredders welcome. 4 PM Mt. Bachelor

🏛 Museum & Me: Enjoy a calmer, sensory-friendly evening at the museum — the kind where you can take your time, soak it all in, and maybe even have a “Night at the Museum” moment (minus the chaos). 5 PM High Desert Museum 

🌀 Chakra Balancing Yoga + Sound Bath: Unwind, align, and let those sound waves wash over you under Bend’s golden-hour sky. Equal parts relaxing and cosmic. 6 PM Pioneer Park

🌈 Dyke Night: Bend’s queer community comes together for drinks, music, and all the good energy at Dogwood’s Pine Shed. Bring your crew or fly solo — this is a safe, celebratory space to just be. 7 PM Dogwood at the Pine Shed

⚡️ The Lightning Thief: Meadow Sky Productions is kicking off their two-week run of The Lightning Thief with performances this Thursday - Saturday. 7 PM High Desert Music Hall

🧠 Trivia Night at Ponch’s Place: Put on those thinking caps and saunter on over to Ponch’s Place for an evening of trivia. Doggos always welcome. 6 PM Ponch’s Place

LIVE MUSIC

Wednesday 8.13

Evan Mullins | Cascade Lakes Pub | 5:30 PM
Critical Blues Band | Bevel Brewing | 6 PM
The Lumineers | Hayden Homes | 6:30 PM | Tickets
Shine | McMenamins | 7 PM
Aslin + Guests | Silver Moon | 7 PM | Tickets
Scott Pemberton | Worthy Brewing | 7 PM

Thursday 8.14

Bill Powers | The Grove | 6 PM
Lickety Split | Mountain Burger | 6 PM
Thomas T & The Blue Chips | River’s Place | 6 PM
Pete Kartsounes | Stoller Wine Bar | 6 PM
Scott McCreery | General Duffy’s Watering Hole | 4 PM | Tickets
The Lumineers | Hayden Homes | 6:30 PM | Tickets 
Alex Dunn & Grace Honeywell | Silver Moon | 7:30 PM | Tickets
The Ratchet Dolls | The Commonwealth Pub | 9 PM

WHO’S HIRING IN BEND

Looking for your next job? Here are some local listings that have popped up over the last week.

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Looking for local candidates for your open position? Post your job

THANKS!

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