In 1949, George Orwell published a little book called “1984,” a dystopian novel about a totalitarian state under the constant watch of Big Brother. It proceeded to become the most banned book of all time. Why? The most commonly challenged reasons include inappropriate sexual content and controversial social and political themes. This year, Banned Books […]| The Source - Bend, Oregon
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): The ancient Mesopotamians believed each person had a personal god called an *ilu* who acted as a protector, guide, and intercessor with the greater gods. You’re in a phase when your own *ilu* is extra active and ready to undergo an evolutionary transformation. So assume that you will be able to […]| The Source - Bend, Oregon
Overview: City Club of Central Oregon held a bipartisan conversation on pressing regional issues, federal cuts, and future legislative priorities. In a display of bipartisan unity, lawmakers from Central Oregon gathered in Bend on Sept. 18 for a City Caucus meeting hosted by the City Club of Central Oregon. The event brought together Sen. Anthony Broadman, […]| The Source - Bend, Oregon
Reading your first Stephen King book has always seemed like a rite of passage as one transitions from reading young adult and children’s books to novels for grown-ups. The first book aimed at adults I can ever remember cracking open was King’s 1983 “Pet Semetary,” which not only scared the sweet, innocent hell out of […]| The Source - Bend, Oregon
There’s nothing quite like the moment when keys to your first home are placed in your hand — it’s pure magic! While the journey of buying your first home can feel overwhelming, working with the right team makes all the difference. Build Your Dream Team First Start with a Lender Before you fall in love with […]| The Source - Bend, Oregon
The City of Bend has given the green light for a vendor to install red light cameras at three intersections. At their meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 17, the Bend City Council approved a three-year contract with American Traffic Solutions for $2.3 million with the ability to extend the contract two additional years for $780,000. During […]| The Source - Bend, Oregon
Overview: HIV is a hidden epidemic in Central Oregon and is spreading through communities already struggling with isolation, overwhelmed healthcare systems and economic uncertainty. Beth thought the hardest part was over when her COVID symptoms finally cleared in late 2022. Like many Central Oregonians, she had delayed routine health care during the pandemic, focusing instead […]| The Source - Bend, Oregon
Overview: Local activists in Bend held a hunger strike outside Senator Ron Wyden's office to protest U.S. military aid to Israel. Senator Jeff Merkley announced a groundbreaking resolution asking the president to recognize a Palestinian state. Oregon’s Senator Jeff Merkley announced in a press release Sept. 18 a groundbreaking resolution asking the President to recognize […]| The Source - Bend, Oregon
Overview: As Central Oregon grows, so does the demand for more arts. Many local artists and organizations are scrambling to find venues. Despite Central Oregon’s expanding cultural landscape, local artists and arts organizations report being constrained by Bend’s shortage of dedicated performance and rehearsal venues. “One of the challenges we’ve consistently heard from members of […]| The Source - Bend, Oregon
Maybe it’s just me, but has anyone noticed that clothing styles in Bend have gotten a little bit …hipper? And, to that end, dirtier? I moved back to Bend from Portland in April. In the years I’ve been gone, a lot’s changed — not least of which are the varieties of styles cyclists are rocking […]| The Source - Bend, Oregon
High Desert Chamber Music is on the cusp of its 18th season bringing professional chamber music groups to Central Oregon. Founder and Executive Director Isabelle LaForêt Senger is a virtuosic violinist in her own right and a member of the esteemed Crown City String Quartet. She had a successful career in Southern California, playing with […]| The Source - Bend, Oregon
For a number of years, I’ve led an autumn nature writing workshop at different locations in the high desert. They’ve been held at ranches in Crook County, including the Rafter Q, where I used to live and ranch, and at the historic GI Ranch next door, where the springs that create the headwaters of the […]| The Source - Bend, Oregon
“What can design do in the next five years to increase outcomes for everyone?” This is the question Marley Weedman Lorish, Bend Design’s organizer and executive director of Scalehouse Collaborative for The Arts, poses to the remarkable creatives speaking at this year’s conference. This year marks the 10th anniversary of Bend Design, put on by […]| The Source - Bend, Oregon
Wander around Bend on a sunny fall afternoon and it’s clear that the Central Oregon art scene is thriving. Nearly a dozen art galleries do business in Central Oregon, with lively art events popping up on the calendar on constant rotation. Plenty of other shops sell art by local artists or those from far away […]| The Source - Bend, Oregon
There’s a bounty of local plays, musicals and ballets to ease you into the holiday spirit. The Greenhouse Cabaret is producing the musical, “Once” It’s a love story set against a gritty Irish backdrop. The production won an Oscar for Best Original Song in 2008, a Tony Award for Best Musical in 2o012, a Grammy […]| The Source - Bend, Oregon
The Bend Film Festival is celebrating its 22nd year the second week of October. Over a five-day period, viewers can watch 116 films. The average runtime per short film is 15 minutes with several grouped together for a 90-minute block. Feature films are between 80-130 minutes. The movies are spread out among various theaters including […]| The Source - Bend, Oregon
Overview: Roundabouts Books to host Northwest artist and author Molly Hashimoto as she discusses her new book which explores the beauty of wildflowers. Roundabout Books is excited to host Northwest artist and author Molly Hashimoto to discuss her new book, “Wildflowers of the West: An Artist’s Guide”, exploring the ephemeral beauty of wildflowers. The event […]| The Source - Bend, Oregon
