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Good morning, Bend! Here’s a fresh batch of early week happenings dropping in just like the hot air balloons while we were filling up at the Costco gas station on Saturday morning.

In today’s Bend Buzz:

• 🎒 Boys & Girls Club after-school care enrollment is open

• ⚾️ From Bend to the big leagues

• 🚵 Redline opens at Bachelor

Let’s get to it.

— Emily Randolph & Derek Carlson

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⚾️ From Bend to the Big Leagues

Summit High School’s Slater de Brun can officially call himself a professional baseball player as he has signed a deal with the Baltimore Orioles after getting drafted in the 2nd round of the MLB draft. Here’s hoping that in the not-too-distant future, we can watch him compete on the big stage.

🎒 Applications open for Boys & Girls Club after-school care

If you’re looking for an after-school care option for your little ones, the Boys & Girls Club of Bend is accepting applications for the 2025/2026 school year. The downtown Bend location offers both full-time and part-time care options (full-time applicants get priority, though). You can learn more about the programs and scholarship opportunities here.

🚵‍♀️ Redline opens at Bachelor

Mt. Bachelor’s most well-known downhill mountain bike trail (and one that I will never, ever ride), Redline, has officially opened for the 2025 season. If you’re capable of tackling this infamous route, make sure to get your laps in now to prepare for the Redline Rally, which will take place at the end of August.

BUSINESS HAPPENINGS

🍕 Esta Bien relaunches as Simón: Neighborhood eatery Esta Bien announced over the weekend that they are under new ownership and have officially relaunched as Simòn. If you had a favorite dish at Esta Bien, then there’s a good chance that it will still be there, but expect some new menu items to pop up as the owners settle into the space.

🍓 Rawmona’s Kitchen open their downtown window: Rawmona’s Kitchen is celebrating the opening of their downtown window stand! Located at 910 NW Harriman St (right next to Lone Pine), they’ll be celebrating with some goodies, free agua fresca, and music on Monday (today!) from 5 to 8 PM.

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🧗‍♀️ Climb on Your Schedule

Looking for a new way to stay active this summer and beyond? Boardworks Climbing Gym is Bend’s only 24/7 bouldering gym and fitness center. The fully air-conditioned and outfitted space is adults-only (18+), so you can climb on your own schedule without the crowds.

Never climbed before or just want to check out the space? No problem. Your first visit is totally free during open hours (Thursday & Friday 4–8 PM, Saturday 3–7 PM). Climbing shoe rentals are available for just $5, so all you need to do is show up and give it a try.

Once you’re in, you’ll also get access to their members-only climbing community, which is perfect for planning your next Smith Rock adventure or swapping beta over a brew.

LOCAL LOWDOWN

Monday 7.28

🧠 Schitt’s Creek Trivia: Ew, David! Think you know all things Rose family? Grab your besties and head to Bevel for a night of Schitt’s Creek trivia, laughs, and local brews. 6 PM Bevel Brewing

🎨 Paint, Patches & (re)Purpose: Get creative with upcycled fashion and art! Learn how to use paint, patches, and a little imagination to give clothes and fabric new life. 1 PM East Bend Library

🧘‍♀️🎧 Silent Disco Outdoor Yoga: Flow into the week with a Yinyasa session set to The Lumineers—all through your own headset, surrounded by nature. It’s chill, it’s vibey, and it’s happening at Hanai. 5 PM Hanai

⚾ Summer Skills Baseball Camp: Step up to the plate! This youth camp at Caldera High is perfect for sharpening your little ball player’s skills and having a blast with experienced coaches. Happening all week! 9 AM Caldera High School

🎤 Musicians Open Showcase: Calling all local talent! Whether you're a seasoned performer or new to the mic, come share your sound—or just enjoy the vibe—at The Commonwealth’s open showcase. 6 PM The Commonwealth Pub

Tuesday 7.29

🌼 Flower Preservation 101: Turn your favorite blooms into lasting keepsakes! Learn how to preserve flowers in a hands-on workshop that’s part science, part art. 5:30 PM Freak'n Art

🪓 Sawmill Demonstration: See history in motion with a live demo of the museum’s vintage sawmill. Smell the fresh-cut wood and hear the roar of the past! 12 PM High Desert Museum

👶 Big Bounce Toddler Time: Tiny feet, big jumps! Let your littles get all their wiggles out during this toddler-only bounce session at Mountain Air. 9 AM Mountain Air

🎨 Open Arts Center Community Open House: Get a first look at Bend’s newest creative space before construction begins! Explore interactive art rooms, enjoy live painting, music, and dancing, and share your ideas to help shape the future of this nonprofit arts hub for teens and local artists. 5 PM Open Arts Center 

🛶 How to Start Packrafting: Curious about packrafting? Tumalo Creek has you covered. Learn the basics, gear up with expert tips, and get inspired for your next river adventure. 6 PM Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe

UPCOMING EVENTS^*

💫 Create A Surrealist Collage: If you’re looking for a midweek outlet for your burgeoning little artists (ages 7+), then Freak’n Art is offering just the class. Over 2 ½ hours, they’ll learn how to create a surrealist collage inspired by their dreams and the works of surrealist artists. Space is limited to just 10 students, so make sure to sign up early! Wednesday from 9:30 to Noon at FREAK’N ART

🚌 Take the Bus to the Fair: It’s fair weekend at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds! Rather than deal with the traffic and parking, let Bend’s Party Bus do the driving. They’ll pick you up in their air-conditioned bus, where you can spend the ride watching a movie, enjoying a pre-fair beverage (BYOB), or just relaxing. Buses leave twice per day and include pickup & dropoff at the Cascade Village Shopping Center.

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LIVE MUSIC

Monday 7.28

Bluegrass Collective | Silver Moon | 7 PM
Scott Brown | Bend Brewing | 6 PM

Tuesday 7.29

Mark Random & Friends | Deschutes Brewery | 5:30 PM
Beatles vs. Stones | Tower Theatre | 7:30 PM | Tickets
Lisa Dae | The Commonwealth Pub | 7 PM
Meg Alder & the Woods | On Tap | 6 PM
Julian Marley & The Uprising | Silver Moon | 6:30 PM | Tickets

WEEKEND PREVIEW

💦 Friday’s feeling fresh with Splish Splash!—a wet n’ wild party at Bunk + Brew featuring DJs, dancing, and good vibes. Prefer a mindful moment? Try Watercolor + Yoga at Tumalo State Park for a creative flow sesh in nature. Maxx Eddy brings the laughs at The Capitol, and downtown turns into a playground with Trailblaze Bend, a 5K scavenger hunt with prizes and surprises! And who can forget the Deschutes County Fair and its never-ending stream of you’ll-only-find-this-at-the-fair food, music from Diplo, and the rodeo.

🍿 Saturday’s serving sass and snacks: La Bon Burlesque turns up the heat at Craft Kitchen & Brewery with “Cabin Fever,” while Stirrup Purpose hosts a dreamy ladies’ night movie screening of Sleepless in Seattle. Got an appetite for chaos? Don’t miss the Tomi Mart Ramen Eating Contest—slurp fast or go home. Classical music fan? This one’s for you as the Sunriver Music Fest kicks off with A French Soirée at the Tower Theatre.

🧘 Sunday slows things down with a dreamy Mid-Summer Sound Bath & Ritual at Bend Yoga Center—ideal for resetting your nervous system. Or if you're in for some pool party chaos, soak up some sun and pre-party vibes at the Cascade Equinox Pool Club at Campfire Hotel.

🎸 This weekend’s soundtrack features everything from Greensky Bluegrass at Century Center to Caamp and Joe Bonamassa at Hayden Homes. Catch local faves like Paul Eddy, One Mad Man, and The Rosa Lees—or turn up the volume with SadGirl, Witch Eyes, and The Gold Souls.

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