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Karaoke
Tuesdays, 8 p.m.-1:15 a.m.
M&J Tavern, 102 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend
Open Mic
Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m.
The Cellar, 206 NW Oregon Ave., Bend
Richard Taelour Band – Tuesday Night Jazz
The Commonwealth Pub, 30 SW Century Dr., Bend
Jared Nels LIVE at Silver Moon Brewing – yodeling phenomenon and guitar virtuoso makes his Bend, OR debut!
Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend
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Vote Ty Rupert for Deschutes County Sheriff
Our choice is Rupert, but whoever you decide to vote for in this race, do it in the spirit of having skin in the game
A Little Comfort, Shared Around the Table
In times of unimaginable loss, food can be one small way we care for one another
A Show of Support from Central Oregon Media
Local news outlets are sharing this “Kindness Matters” poster — a nod to Silver Rail’s school slogan
Handmade Magic
The lessons of Laika and “Wildwood,” plus six picks for comfort movies to watch with the kids
Food and Drink
Full Steam Ahead: News from the World of Coffee and Tea
Openings, closings and a fun event centered around a quality cuppa
Between Two Buns: The Bend Foodie’s Guide to Sandwich Week (changed to Nov. 12-18)
From sizzling tri-tip and Japanese pork katsu to breakfast sandwiches worth getting out of bed for, Bend’s sandwich scene is bringing plenty to the table
Fill Your Pantry Helps Locals Stock Up, Provide Food to Others
With 70,000 fewer Oregonians on SNAP benefits this year, annual event sets a big goal to provide more fresh local food
Beers to Pair with Your Lava Rocks and Other Gut(ter) Bombs
Lava Lanes’ mound of fried apps is the new hotness
cULTURE & COLUMNS
Free Will Astrology, Week of Oct. 15, 2026
“Where in my life do I most need a clean beginning?”
Fun™
Matchbox: The band, the show, the movie
Nighttime Benders: An Interview with Anthony Poponi
Podcast excerpts from comedian, comedy producer and self-proclaimed positive psychology nerd Anthony Poponi
The Medicine Cabinet Within: Getting Back Into Rhythm After Travel Abroad
Jet lag is a phenomenon that illustrates how deeply connected our bodies are to rhythms of light and dark
Central Oregon deserves a strong local newsroom.
Help support investigative and public-interest journalism through the nonprofit Lay It Out Foundation.
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mUSIC
The War and Treaty: Country, Soul, Gospel and Rock
Crooning couple Michael and Tanya Trotter return to Central Oregon to play the Tower Theatre
Inaugural Music Series Set for Open Arts Center
Audiences will be treated to an intimate listening experience at the Bend arts hub
Getting Wylde
Opening for Black Label Society Friday, Zakk Wylde talks about playing with Ozzy Osbourne and their mutual love of music
Warm Gadget Reclaims the Stage
After eight long years, the band is back in the spotlight – if only for one night
Business News / sponsored content
Cascades East Transit Offers Fare-Free Bend Service to Support Community
No pass or fare needed, simply board
Trio Zimbalist Makes Central Oregon Debut in HDCM Concert Series
Hear them play Nov. 8th at the First Presbyterian Church
NAMI to Host Processing Group for Silver Rail Parents
All are welcome, no registration required
Save the Date: Bend Chamber’s Impact Conference Nov. 13
Anja Taylor, President of Kinesis, is this year’s keynote speaker
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BendTicket.com Events
Jared Nels LIVE at Silver Moon Brewing – yodeling phenomenon and guitar virtuoso makes his Bend, OR debut!
Silver Moon Brewing, 24 NW Greenwood Ave., Bend
Feminine Rage: a variety show
Thu., Oct. 22, 7-9 p.m.
Craft Kitchen and Brewery, 62988 NE Layton Ave., Bend
The Crazy Happy Silly Funny Nerdy Show: A Comedy Focused Variety Show
Fri., Oct. 23, 7-9 p.m.
Oregon Spirit Distillery, 740 NE 1st St, Bend
Bend Bachelor Comedy Show
Fri., Oct. 30, 8-9:30 p.m.
Craft Kitchen & Brewery, 62988 Layton Ave Ste 103, (no city)
