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Good morning, Bend! There is no shortage of things to do around Bend this weekend, and I’m seeing no shortage of snowflakes in the forecast for the mountains. Things are looking up!

In today’s Bend Buzz:

Let’s get to it.

— Derek Carlson & Emily Elaro 

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Winter Fest is back this weekend at the Old Mill. The fun kicks off tonight with live music from Brandi Cyrus and Saxsquatch and the opening of The Rally (a pump-style ski/snowboard course). The weekend also includes a wine walk, ice carving, custom fire pits, food vendors, and a family play zone. You can see the full lineup of music and events here. Note that you need to buy a ticket to get in on the action (or be a Mt. Bachelor season pass holder).

Just a quick reminder that signups for next week’s dinner club (happening on Wednesday at restaurants around the Old Mill) close on Monday at 6 PM. Want to join in on the fun and meet some new friends? You can sign up here.

In Wednesday’s newsletter, we shared a link to sign up for next month’s Nature Night hosted by the Deschutes Land Trust. Somewhere along the way, an internet gremlin messed up the link (note from Derek: it’s me. I’m the internet gremlin). If you want to sign up for their upcoming event, The Water Remembers, you can do so here. The event is free, but registration is required as these always fill up fast!

🚗 Thomason Auto Group closes: Some sad news to share as Thomason Auto Group has announced that they will be closing permanently after their owner, Chris Scott Thomason, died in an avalanche in California last month.

🍆 Get Spicy at Sparrow: Sparrow Bakery’s Valentine’s Day tradition is back for another year of naughty and nice pastries. As always, they’ll have a tent set up outside their NWX location on Valentine’s Day at 8 AM that will be home to all of their cheeky, erotic-themed concoctions. Inside the bakery, it will be business as usual in case you just want your normal ocean roll and cardamom latte.

I shared this story last year, but there are a whole lot of new folks around here, so I’ll share it again. I took my kids (they were probably 2 & 4) to Sparrow on Valentine’s Day a few years back (to go to the regular side of the bakery, not the tent), and they asked what was in the tent. I told them naughty doughnuts, and for the rest of the year, any time they wanted to go to Sparrow, they’d ask if we could go to the naughty doughnut store. 😆

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The 2026 Prohibition Party at the High Desert Museum returns on Friday, February 20! Step back into the 1920s for a night where suede meets silk and fringe is everywhere. The theme A Fringe Affair, celebrates the cowboy and the flapper.

From costumes to live music to pop-up exhibits and photo booths, get ready to cut loose like it's 1926. Enjoy delicious burgers and traditional bites for sale from Americana in Bend, plus art activities and a 1920s-style movie theater. Are you ready to party?

Ages 21+ only. 6:00-9:00 pm. $50 (2 drink tickets); $35 (2 non-alcoholic drink tickets).

🎤 Comedy Chaos: Fast-paced stand-up, unexpected punchlines, and tacos in hand. This one’s rowdy in the best way—come ready to laugh loudly. 7:30 PM Hablo Tacos

🌸 Galentine’s Flower Bar: Build-your-own bouquets with fresh blooms. Perfect for besties, self-love dates, or just because flowers make everything better. 2 PM The Lot (they’ll also be at River’s Place on Saturday from 1-4 PM)

🪄 Witches & Wine: Join Michelle Schultz for a witchy galentine’s event that will include tarot card painting and a little wine. 7 PM Gathered Wares

👗 Galentine’s Day Party: Get some new threads for your Valentine’s evening dinner at Consignment Collective’s Galentine’s Day party. There will be a pop-up wedding dress and formal wear rack, as well as local vendors. 10 AM - 5 PM Consignment Collective

🍺🍫 Beer & Sweets Pairing: A guided pairing that proves dessert and beer are soulmates. Rich flavors, creative combos, and zero judgment for going back for seconds. 5 PM Bevel Craft Brewing

🍻 Triple IPA Throwdown: Hop lovers, this one’s for you. Bold pours, big flavors, and bragging rights for surviving them all. They’ll even have some Pliny the Younger on tap (although we all know that Boneyard’s Notorious is superior). 11 AM Boneyard Pub

🧘‍♀️ Valentine’s Day Partner Yoga: Stretch, connect, and maybe wobble together in this playful, heart-centered yoga class. All partnerships welcome. 7 PM Namaspa

📚Books & Bottles: Dudley’s Bookshop and Good Drop Wine Shoppe have joined forces for a Galentine’s event featuring (you guessed it) books and wine. 6 PM Dudley’s Bookshop

😈 Doucheology: A multimedia stand-up comedy show by local comic Dana Buckendahl, hosted by comedy legend Cody Parr with an opening set from Elaine Johnson. Sharp takes, big laughs, and an unapologetically honest deep dive into douchebag behavior. 7 PM Domino Room

📸 Mama & Me Valentine’s Party: A sweet Valentine’s celebration for moms and toddlers featuring crafts, cookie decorating, music, jumping, and a Mama & Me photo station to capture the love. 9 AM Mountain Air

🔔 Cat Stevens Sound Bath: Jam out to the classics from Cat Stevens and enjoy an evening of movement, breath work, and stillness. 6 PM Unity Spiritual Community

💡 Neon Night: Join Rally Recreation as they turn off the lights and turn on the blacklights for an evening of glow-in-the-dark fun. 7 - 10 PM Rally Recreation

🕺 Get Up & Groove: Get your Saturday morning started right with a free dance sesh with Get Up & Groove. 10 AM Discovery Corner Plaza

🎻 Winter Concert Series: The Central Oregon Symphony is hosting their winter concert series today and tomorrow with a trio of performances. Not a member of the symphony? You can still get into the shows by lining up prior to the performances. Any open seats will be given to folks in said line (first-come, first-served). 2 & 7:30 PM (Saturday) and 2 PM (Sunday) Mountain View High School

🏓 Lob of Your Life: A Pickleball Social: A flirty, friendly pickleball meetup designed to get you moving and meeting new people—no serious skills required. 2 PM SHARC

🎹 Piano Flow Live: A dreamy blend of live piano, movement, and breath set in the mountains. Equal parts grounding and magical. 5:30 PM Mt. Bachelor

💃 C’est La Voom: A burlesque dinner experience dripping in glamour, sensuality, and Valentine’s drama—in the best possible way. 7 PM UPP Liquids

🕯️ A Candlelit Valentine’s Evening: Soft lighting, live music, and intimate ambiance for a classic, romantic night out. 7 PM Silver Moon

💌 Messages for the Heart: A reflective workshop centered on connection, relationships, and self-love through guided practices and conversation. 11 AM Pine & Prism Wellness

💘 Cupid’s Secret Crush Market: Have some very last-minute Valentine’s Day shopping to do? Swing by the Cupid’s Crush market at Dogwood. 11 AM - 4 PM Dogwood at the Pineshe

🌿 Botanical Tonic & Elixir Tasting: Looking for a more relaxed V-day experience? Head out to Juniper Preserve for a guided tasting journey of botanical tonics and elixirs. 3:30 PM Juniper Preserve

😻 Playful Paws Date Night: Need to find the purr-fect date idea to impress that special someone? How about an hour with the kitties at Playful Paws Cat Cafe? Their special Valentine’s Day event includes a cupcake, a cold beverage, and a 50-minute session with their adorable cats. 4, 5 & 6 PM Playful Paws Cat Cafe

🤠 Cowboys & Cupids: Western flair meets Valentine’s fun with speed dating, dancing, drinks, and a little chaos on the dance floor. 4 PM The Coyote

🌄 Sunset Snowshoe Tour: Trade your couch for fresh snow and golden hour views on this guided sunset snowshoe tour at Mt. Bachelor. Expect a mellow pace, stunning alpine scenery, and that quiet, magical moment when the mountain goes pink. 3:30 PM Mt. Bachelor

🏃 Hot Cocoa Run: Run (or jog… or walk) your way through the Old Mill District, then reward yourself with hot cocoa at the finish line. This WinterFest favorite is all about movement, community, and warming up after. 12 PM Old Mill District

📻 The World of Amateur (Ham) Radio: Ever wonder how people communicate across continents without the internet? This hands-on intro dives into the fascinating world of amateur radio, from emergency communication to global connections. 3 PM Larkspur Community Center

🪴 Macramé Plant Hanger Workshop: Slow down and get knotty in the best way. Learn classic macramé techniques while crafting a plant hanger you’ll actually want to hang at home. 2 PM Somewhere That’s Green

🎷 Brews on the Bayou: Bring the Mardi Gras energy to Bend with Cajun-inspired beers, Southern flavors, and toe-tapping tunes at Bend Brewing. Expect festive vibes, bold brews, and a little Louisiana soul mixed into your Sunday. 4 PM Bend Brewing

❣ Love Thyself: Join Pine & Prism for an afternoon where your love is focused inward. The event will include an herbal bath sachet, yoga, and meditation. 2 PM Pine & Prism

Danny Seraphine | Oxford Hotel | 6 PM | Tickets
Derek Michael Marc | Portello Lounge | 6:30 PM 
A.M. Interstate & Mari and the Dream | Silver Moon | 7 PM | Tickets
Saxsquatch | Bend Winterfest | 7 PM
So Much Love | The Capitol | 9 PM
Damien Jurado | Volcanic Theater Pub | 8 PM | Tickets
The Rumpeppers | The Commonwealth Pub | 8 PM
Brandi Cyrus | Bend Winterfest | 8:30 PM

Danny Seraphine | Oxford Hotel | 5 PM | Tickets
Glass of Hearts | Bend Winterfest | 7 PM
JuJu Eyeball | The Commonwealth Pub | 8 PM
Tiffany | Bend Winterfest | 8:30 PM

Coyote Rider | Currents at the Riverhouse | 11 AM
Kurt Silva & Cynthia West | River’s Place | 5 PM 
The Elovaters | Midtown Ballroom | 7 PM | Tickets

Stay warm, and thank you again for reading!

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