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Good morning, Bend! Welcome to June!

In today’s Bend Buzz:

Let’s get to it.

— Derek Carlson & Emily Elaro

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After a slight delay, tickets are now going out for folks who speed through or run red lights at three intersections around town. Bend Police said they issued around 45 warnings per day since the cameras were officially turned on back in late April. That’s a lot of expensive tickets so maybe consider slowing down a little or just waiting for that next light.

ODOT is reminding folks that McKenzie Pass is officially still closed to both cars and pedestrians (bikers included). They say that heavy equipment is working on clearing the roads and removing trees and that bikers are posing a risk to the heavy equipment working along the road. Consider yourself warned…

Given how many folks were caught offguard by SummerFest happening this weekend, here’s a heads up on some notable events coming to Central Oregon this summer.

🍣 Bamboo Sushi has finally arrived: Three years in the making, Portland-based Bamboo Sushi has finally opened its long-awaited outpost here in Bend. As of right now, they are only taking walk-ins, although reservations should come soon. You can find them in downtown Bend at 125 NW Oregon Ave.

🛵 Cascade Motorsports is on the move: Cascade Motorsports has said goodbye to its location of the last 26 years and moved…but just a few blocks over. Over the weekend, they closed their old location on Cady Way and, as of tomorrow, will be located at the old Wildhorse Harley building on Sherman Rd next to Highway 97. They’ll be hosting a grand opening party soon, and we’ll keep you up to date when that happens so you can check out the new space.

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There's always something new at Flux.

Bend's only hydrothermal lounge keeps getting better. This month, two new ways to find your people:

Also new at Flux: they've partnered with Flamingo Room! Rent a robe and sandals and get a drink next door, all for just $10. That's cheaper than buying a drink there! Flux also now serves Ablis CBD beverages and, when the weather warms up a touch more, they'll be serving up frozen drinks.

Check them out at flux-lounge.com. Your first soak is just $20.

🚴 Adaptive Cycling Clinic & Meetup: A welcoming clinic and community ride at Skyline Sports Complex for cyclists of all abilities. Hosted by Dan Zimmerman with Spokes Fighting Strokes doing what they do best, getting everyone on wheels. 10 AM Skyline Sports Complex

🚌 Try Transit Week—Ride & Dine: Hop on the bus and ride to Bend Pizza Kitchen for a slice as part of Try Transit Week. A tasty incentive to leave the car at home. 11 AM Bend Pizza Kitchen

🗣 Multilingual Monday: Get ready for the summer travel season by putting those new language skills to the test. Be sure to comment on the event page to let folks know which language you’ll be bringing to the table. 5 PM Midtown Yacht Clubs

✍️ Word-for-Word Writer's Workshop: A community writing workshop at Cafe des Chutes for anyone with stories to tell and a desire to tell them better. 6 PM Cafe des Chutes

🥾 Central Oregon PCT Trail Angel Info & Meetup: Find out how to become a trail angel for PCT hikers passing through Central Oregon this summer. 5:30 PM Miller's Landing Park

💬 Conversations on Connection—Conscious Dating: An intimate and thoughtful evening exploring what it actually means to date with intention and build meaningful relationships. 6:30 PM East Bend Private Residence

🩼 Chronic Pain Self-Management Program: This 6-week program will help folks learn self-management techniques and skills needed in the day-to-day management of their chronic pain condition. 1 PM Chandler Lab

🎨 Teen Open Art Hours: A free, open creative space for teens at The Open Arts Center. No agenda, just art supplies and time. 3 PM The Open Arts Center

🏃 Bend Run Club: Tuesday evening run with a fun group of folks. Show up, run, drink something good after. 6 PM Location TBA

☀ Crushed Glass & Resin Suncatchers: Brighten up your window with a handmade resin and glass suncatcher. All materials are provided and no experience necessary. 6 PM Bridge 99

📚 Ladies Book Swap & Meetup: Bring a book you loved, leave with one you haven't read yet, and meet some great people in the process. 6:30 PM Boneyard Pub

🎬 Wisdom of Happiness: A film screening at the Tower Theatre exploring what it actually means to live a happy life. The kind of movie that sends you home quietly rearranging your priorities. 7:30 PM Tower Theatre

☕ Coffee & Clarity: Start your week off right (even if it is already Tuesday), with a morning of coffee and conversation with the ladies at The Grove. 8:30 AM The Grove

🧘 Do Yoga Outside: Do Yoga Outside’s free weekly yoga in the park is back for the summer. Spots are limited, so grab yours before its gone. 5:30 PM Miller’s Landing Park

🎵 Composition & Arrangement Masterclass: Been humming some cool tunes and want to learn how to turn them into a full musical arrangement? Join Dr. Jennifer Stevenson for an immersive experience where you’ll learn how composers shape musical ideas into full pieces. 6:30 PM COCC Barber Library

Evan Mullins & Mark Ransom | On Tap | 6 PM
Bluegrass Collective | Silver Moon | 7 PM

Dogs in a Pile | Silver Moon | 6 PM | Tickets
M&Ms Trio | The Commonwealth Pub | 7 PM

Friday:

🪕Bootstomp Bluegrass at Silver Moon 
🎨OAC First Friday Grand Opening at The Open Arts Center
🌈CLICHÉ: 2026 Pride Celebration Party at Volcanic Theatre Pub
🧑‍🌾Elevation Farmer’s Market at Elevation Bend

Saturday:

🏳️‍🌈Bend Summer Pride at Drake Park
📚Summer with the Library Kickoff at Alpenglow Park
👯‍♀️La Bon Burlesque x Bend Dyke Night: But I’m a Cheerleader at Volcanic Theatre Pub
🥬 Fill Your Garden at Pomegranate Home
🪩Retro Dance Party at Portello Lounge 
🏓Dink for a Cure at Bend RV Resort 
🚣‍♀️Pride Paddle Parade at Bend Whitewater Park

Sunday:

✨Nature’s Bling 7-Year Anniversary Market at Nature’s Bling 
💦Bend Summer Pool Party at Campfire Hotel 
🏳️‍🌈DIVA Drag Brunch at Campfire Hotel

Live Music:

🎤Gretta Seabird at Silver Moon
🎧Twisted Insane at The Domino Room
🎸Petty Thievery at The Commonwealth Pub
🎶The Hugs at Silver Moon
🤠Bailey Zimmerman at Hayden Homes

Stay cool, and thank you again for reading!

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