🧙 Witches take over the river

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Good morning, Bend! Here’s a roundup of the best treats that Central Oregon has to offer.

In today’s Bend Buzz:

• 🔧 A call for fixers

• 🎃 One last set of Halloween events

• 🧙 The Witches Paddle is back

Let’s get to it.

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SNAPSHOTS

🧙 🏄️ The witches paddle is back

It isn’t a Halloween in Bend without witches taking over the Deschutes. After some ambiguity about whether the event would take place, the Bend witches paddle is back and ready to scare the daylights out of any unsuspecting visitors wandering the river trail. Grab your SUPs and spookiest witch costume and hit the water for this very Bend-like tradition.

🔧 A call for fixers: Next month, Rethink Waste and the Deschutes Library are hosting their final repair cafe of the year. While this event is still a ways off, they are putting out the call now for volunteers who have the skills to help repair everyday items. If you have repair skills with bikes, appliances, clothing, or anything else, consider volunteering to help keep otherwise repairable goods out of the landfill. You can apply to be a fixer here.

BUSINESS HAPPENINGS

🏺 Online heirlooms in Bend - If you’ve found yourself longing for that perfect set of Pyrex or an antique pumpkin pie shaped salt and pepper shaker set then a new shop in Bend has just the stuff for you. High Desert Heirlooms is an online-only vintage shop that just opened their e-doors, so head over to their instagram page to nab that perfect piece that will tie the Thanksgiving table together.

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LOCAL LOWDOWN

Tuesday

❓️ Trivia, beer, and friends: Swing by the Crosscut Warming Hut for their semi-weekly trivia night. The fire will keep everyone warm as you put your mind to the test. 6 - 8 PM 566 SW Mill View Way

🌎️ Connect with the community: The Hanai Center is hosting their weekly open house. During the event, they offer yoga mats, books, tea, arts & crafts, and a beautiful space in which to take a pause from your day and reconnect. 4 - 7 PM 62430 Eagle Rd

🎤 Shake it Off (your version): Put those pipes to good use and wow the bar with your karaoke skills at Northside Bar & Grill. Hosted by DJ Chris, this evening is sure to leave everyone in tears (we’ll have to wait and see whether they are laughing or crying) as you belt out your favorite rock ballads from the 80s. 7 - 9 PM 62860 Boyd Acres Rd

📘 OBOB author talk: Those of you with kids in the 3rd grade and above know that we are deep into the heart of OBOB (Oregon Battle of the Books) season. To help students build their love for books, Roundabout Books is hosting a virtual author meet & greets. This week’s event is with the author Caela Carter. 6 - 7 PM Virtual

Wednesday

🎈 Latino community night: Everyone is welcome to come and celebrate Latino culture and traditions at Latino community night at Caldera High School. 5 - 8 PM 60925 SE 15th St

🪧 Bend 101: This event for both new and lifelong residents of Bend is a great way to learn more about the history of the city and to find ways to become more involved in its future. Representatives from the city will be on hand to answer questions, and speakers will include city leaders of the past and present. 5:30 - 8 PM OSU Cascades Campus Edward J. Ray Hall

🐦️ This class is for the birds: COCC is offering a weekly Hitchcock Film Series course that is open to the public for only $59. While we’re a week late (this means no perfect attendance award for you), there are still enough classes left to make it worth the money. 4 - 6:30 PM COCC

🐶 Howl-o-ween yappy hour: Hang out with some furry friends at the Bend Wine Bar with the Humane Society of Bend. Spend the evening partaking in games, activities, and great wine, and at the end of the night, you may even find yourself taking home a new furry friend. 4 PM 550 SW Industrial Way

Halloween

🎃 Kids Halloween Adventure: Swing by Bend Open Space Event Studios for a family-friendly Halloween activity afternoon. With activities like potion making, face painting, and a spooky show, this event is sure to be a hit with the kids. 3 - 5 PM 220 NE Lafayette Ave

🧙 Halloween at the Old Mill: After the witches paddle is over, head over to the Old Mill district for a Halloween celebration. The event will feature trick-or-treating at the area shops, live music, hot cider, and more. 4 - 7 PM Old Mill District

🌕️ Halloween at Silver Moon: Celebrate Halloween at Silver Moon Brewing with live music, local vendors, and a costume contest that could leave you $100 richer. 6 PM - Midnight Silver Moon Brewing

🎭️ Tim Curry Halloween performance: Kick off your Halloween evening with a double feature of Dracula and a Tim Curry Halloween drag performance. 5:30 PM 220 NE Lafayette Ave

🚲️ Halloween party ride: Hit the dirt this Halloween with a group mountain bike ride. Bring a light, dress up, and show off some of your best tricks on the trails. 7 PM Lower Whoops Trail

LIVE MUSIC

Tuesday

River’s Place | Skillethead | 6 - 8 PM

Wednesday

Crosscut Warming Hut | John Shipe | 6 - 8 PM
The Dez Lounge | Tenley | 7 - 9 PM
McMenamin’s | Eric Leadbetter | 6 - 8 PM
Crux | Maita and Color Study | 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Thursday

Volcanic Theatre Pub | Dopapod | 8 PM | Tickets
The Cellar | The Ballybogs & Friends | 6 - 8 PM
The Domino Room | Steeley Dead | 8 PM | Tickets
River’s Place | Larkspur Stand Trio | 6 - 8 PM
The Lot | Faisal | 6 - 8 PM
Immersion Brewing | Murder on the Dancefloor | 8 PM | Tickets
M&J Tavern | Problem Stick & Sweet Demon | 9 PM

THANKS!

Stay warm, and thank you again for reading!

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