<p>The Bend Venture Conference (BVC), hosted by EDCO, is the largest and longest standing angel investment conference in the Pacific Northwest.</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/2025-bend-venture-conference/2025-10-17/">2025 Bend Venture Conference</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
Doors at 6:30pm, show starts at 7pm.We you Raised in the 80s? Come join us at Frankies at Sister Depot for a funny night of nostalgic comedy from comedians shaped by the 1980s. Maybe you’re missing the sweet Tang of life as it was in the best decade and if you’re feeling like one of the Lost Boys, if so, strap on your Sony Walkman and rollerblade down to Frankies and get a Tab going. It’s going to be far out experience with comedians who will reminisce, get nostalgic and probab
<p>Come join us every Thursday + Saturday at The Grove Market Hall for live music from 6-8pm!</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/summer-music-series-at-the-grove-market-hall/2025-10-16/">Summer Music Series at The Grove Market Hall</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
<p>Victor Johnson at Mountain Burger for Thursday Night Live!</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/thursday-night-live-at-mountain-burger-7/">Thursday Night Live at Mountain Burger</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
<p>We’ll be painting a breathtaking mountain scene under a starry night—perfect for beginners and seasoned artists alike. No experience required, just bring your creativity and enjoy a glass (or two) of your favorite wine while we paint!</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/starry-mountain-paint-sip/">Starry Mountain Paint & Sip</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
Immerse yourself in a week of wellness in Central Oregon, where breathtaking landscapes and intentional experiences come together to restore your mind, body, and spirit. Surrounded by majestic mountains, clear rivers, and endless open spaces, this retreat offers the perfect balance of relaxation and revitalization. Each day begins with peaceful moments—sipping herbal tea as the sun rises, flowing through yoga, or meditating to the soothing sounds of nature, and ends with transformative experienc
This 1-hour forest bathing experience is a safe space to get grounded and to find solace and belonging in the comfort of nature. This practice includes a guided sensory meditation, a nature connection invitation to reduce stress and anxiety, and a closing community circle with an opportunity to share what we each noticed in our unique experience.Forest bathing is inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, which translates to “forest bath” and just means to take in the atmosphere of the f
<p>The Bend Venture Conference (BVC), hosted by EDCO, is the largest and longest standing angel investment conference in the Pacific Northwest.</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/2025-bend-venture-conference/2025-10-16/">2025 Bend Venture Conference</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
<p>The Bend Comedy Open Mic, every Wednesday at UPP Liquids.<br />Signup at 6:30pm, show starts at 7pm.<br />All peformance types and ages are welcome!</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/bend-comedy-open-mic/2025-10-15/">Bend Comedy Open Mic</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
<p>Calling all young artists!<br />Join us for a fun-filled painting class where creativity runs wild and masterpieces are made.</p><p>The post <a href="https://visitbend.com/event/kids-art-with-a-splash-of-science/">Kids Art With A Splash of Science</a> appeared first on <a href="https://visitbend.com">Visit Bend</a>.</p>
This October, the Deschutes County Department of Solid Waste will host household hazardous waste collection events in the communities of La Pine, Sisters and Redmond. These one-day events give residents an opportunity to dispose of household hazardous waste items free of charge.
Deschutes County staff want to remind community members to be wary of suspicious emails designed to steal their personal information. The Community Development Department (CDD) recently discovered that cybercriminals sent a fake email from a CDD staff member, demanding payment and deceiving recipients into revealing sensitive data.
Central Oregon Community College’s Barber Library will be hosting New York Times-bestselling author, Aiden Thomas, on Tuesday, October 14th at 4:30pm in the West Reading Room of the Library. Thomas will be sharing their writing journey, as well as the importance of intersectional representation and joy in their books and their writing as a trans and Latinx author. Their books include Cemetery Boys and Lost in the Never Woods. Please join us for this fun & free event! Snacks and drinks
Projects Administered by Deschutes County:La Pine UIC Stormwater Improvements (La Pine Area) – Crews will be doing excavation work in ditches along Mitts Way, Assembly Way, Box Way, Dillon Way and Hinkle Way in the La Pine Business Park area.
The High Desert Innovation Fest is a unique event where aspiring entrepreneurs from across the PNW get the opportunity to pitch their innovative ideas and network with a diverse audience of industry professionals, Angel Investors, founders. Set in the heart of the Pacific Northwest in Bend, Oregon, we are kickstarting Bend’s startup week on October 13th at the Barrel Room at Upp Liquids.At it’s core, this event is the chance to get all of the startup and entrepreneurial focused communities
Deschutes County Behavioral Health is pleased to announce a used Clothing Bonanza for young adults aged 14 to 27 at The Drop locations in Bend and Redmond. The free event aims to support young adults as they prepare for colder months and upcoming social events.
Find solace in nature and recharge, rest, and reconnect with fellow queer folx. In these turbulent times, we desperately need community practices and rituals that nourish our bodies, minds, hearts, and souls. This mini forest bathing experience includes a guided sensory meditation, a nature connection invitation to reduce stress and anxiety, and a community circle for sharing and listening in a non-judgmental space.Forest bathing is inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, which transl
The Deschutes County District Mapping Advisory Committee (DMAC) will host a public listening session on Oct. 16 to gather community feedback for developing a commissioner district map. Committee members will not conduct any business during the meeting; they will be there solely to hear public input.
Join us at the Bend Tasting Room & Restaurant for a fall themed Chef’s Pairings Experience, hosted by our Winery Ambassador Ashley and Chef Cuin.Bring your friends along for this exclusive wine and culinary journey, where you’ll indulge in a curated five-wine flight paired with 3 exquisite chef-created dishes as well as a delightful dessert course.Ticket costs include a generous $40 wine credit to enjoy during the event, your food and pairing flight. To ensure the best possible experience, w
Opening night of High Desert Chamber Music’s 18th season features Karim Said, a gifted Middle Eastern pianist that has been praised by Intermezzo for his “clear and robust articulation with an intelligence of phrasing way beyond his years,” and described by Classical Iconoclast as “impressive technically… effortless elegance and grace.” Join us for his Central Oregon debut and an exciting start to another unforgettable season of music with High Desert Chamber Music!The post HDCM Concert Series: