 It's Friday - we've made it through the week together and now it's time to celebrate. Weekends are for adventures & celebrations. Weekends are for enrichment, hobbies and trying new things. Check out the list of Downtown Bend events below & we'll see you in Downtown this weekend! To Oregon, With Love: Drag Show at The Capitol In honor of Oregon's 160th birthday and love in general, we're gender-bending and making you once again question it all. That's right, Queens of the High Desert and Dionysus Presents have teamed up for another glorious event at the Capitol Nightclub. This time, the show is 'To Oregon, with Love' and will be featuring a plethora of tantalizing kings and queens including our Queen in Residence: HAYDEN! Feel the love for our special state with Lip Syncing, Live Singing and Gorgeousness in General. Bend Comedy Presents: David Heti & Steve Harber at Seven David Heti is a stand-up comic and writer who tours throughout North America and teaches comedy writing at McGill University. He has appeared at comedy festivals in Montreal, Austin and San Francisco and clubs in London, Amsterdam and Berlin. He has written for CBC Comedy, Vice and The Comedy Network and has two albums out on Stand Up! Records, whose discography includes the work of Marc Maron, David Cross and Maria Bamford. One degree in Philosophy and two in Law, he has been called "****ing brilliant, wicked funny" by Doug Stanhope. Live Music at Bend Brewing Co. Join us for live music at BBC! Music will play from 6:00-8:30 inside our bar area. If the weather permits, musicians might play outside on our beer garden. 2/16 - Derek Michael Marc Bend Brewing Co. was established in 1995 and is the second oldest brew pub in Bend. Located in historic downtown Bend, right on Mirror Pond. Everly Bros. Experience with Zmed Brothers at The Tower In January of 2016, brothers Zachary and Dylan Zmed (acoustic guitars/vocals) and their partner (drummer in the group) Burleigh Drummond began developing The Everly Brothers Experience show. Since then they have celebrated the pivotal sounds of The Everly Brothers music with enthusiastic crowds all across the US and over seas in iconic clubs, theaters, performing arts centers, casinos, ballrooms, and coliseums. The Zmeds say, “we are not impersonators, Our aim is to honor the aesthetics of their iconic sound and honor their unique place in music history all while having a little fun telling our own personal story,” and they do just that. Growing up with a father, (Adrian Zmed) as a traveling singer/dancer/actor (Grease 2 Bachelor Party, T.J. Hooker), and a mother (Barbara) as a second grade teacher in a suburb of Los Angeles, the Zmed Brothers continually strive to pay homage to their roots by always infusing an instinctual blend of entertainment (a la Smothers Brothers) and contextual education in their performance. The 5 piece band consists of drums (Burleigh Drummond), electric guitar (rotating members), bass (rotating members), and the two singing brothers (Zachary and Dylan Zmed) up front with the signature Everly acoustic guitars. From 1957 to 1962 The Everly brothers sold more than 35 million records and had 35 billboard top -100 singles, 26 in the top 40, and still to this day, carry the record for most billboard charting hits of any American Duo. there success at that time, was only rivaled by Elvis. The Bird Dogs and The Zmed Brothers are absolutely thrilled to be able to contribut to a cause that supports the recognition and preservation of the intimate origins of America's greatest Rock n' Roll singing sibling duo. This performance is presented by the nonprofit Tower Theatre Foundation and sponsored by Bend Surgery Center with additional support from Central Oregon Radiology, Salvesen Homes, Bend Magazine, Hasson Company Realtors, Immersion Brewing, and Sally Russell. Performance Sponsors are Taylor Northwest, and Steve and Cynde Magidson. Free Tax Help / AARP Foundation Tax-Aide AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free tax preparation sessions for Central Oregonians at the Downtown Bend Library staring on February 2 and running weekends through April 14. People needing help with their taxes can stop in to learn more about tax credits and even have an IRS-Certified Volunteer prepare their taxes. Taxes are prepared online, using IRS-certified software, and then electronically transmitted to the IRS. If you plan to file your own taxes, certified tax volunteers are also be available to answer some your tax questions. Walk-in sessions at the Downtown Bend Library run Saturdays and Sundays noon to 5:00 p.m. beginning February 2. For more information visit http://cashoregon.org for a list of items to bring to the session. Live Electro-Soul W/ Audio Odyssey at The Dogwood CabinCeltic Music Session at Dudley's Bookshop Cafe The Celtic Music Session is a wonderful opportunity to escape the winter chill and listen to some lively tunes. Griff and I will also be there to do a little dancing, so if you're curious about ceili, come check it out! It's a free event (though it's polite to get a drink or a treat) and a lovely third Friday tradition. We hope to see you there! Classic Hip Hop Rap ALL Night at The Astro Lounge THE MYSTIC MUSIC SESSIONS - INSTALLMENT 2 We go back in the past and rock the classic hip hop/classic rap/freshest old school 🏫 breakbeats to spin on your head too! Bring the real music back!! LL COOL J - GRANDMASTER FLASH - MELLE MEL - BLACK SHEEP - BEASTIE BOYS - CURTIS BLOW - HOLLYWOOD - SUGARHILL GANG - WHODINI - RUN DMC and it just keeps going and going !!! next week DISCO! 10 PM FREE INVICTVS w/ Night Channels + Vanderwalls at The Capitol Growing up in a house full of instruments, Dallas (Drums) and Shaun (Guitar/Bass) were always around music. Together, the twins produce a tight knit alternative rock sound, influenced by the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Coming from a poetry background, Jonah (Vocals) shares his experiences through reflective songwriting with an emphasis on values and ethics. He is inspired by lyrical heavyweights Lauryn Hill and J Cole. Collectively, the three musicians are INVICTVS, a live band based in Seattle, Washington. https://www.facebook.com/invictvsofficial https://www.instagram.com/invictvsofficial/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/2qBhcQHqd58ax28TsMv3LQ UltraDJGirl at Seven NightclubComedy early Fridays from Bend Comedy, doors at 7:00 pm, followed by Our Resident and Guest DJs back for the weekend parties.
Featuring Open Format Dance music with a fun Party vibe! VIP and bottles available. Contact: 541-760-9412 or email: sevenbend@gmail.com This weekend we've got UltraDJGirl for the parties!
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Once again the Waldorf School of Bend blanketed Downtown with beautifully made hearts. These hearts sprung from winter tree branches, newspaper stands, benches and doorways. Community members arrived to open their stores amid 'love bombs' of all shapes and sizes. Visitors to Bend walked down from The Oxford and the Doubletree amid snowflakes and hearts. Locals came Downtown to pick up a cup of coffee and a heart to take home. These hearts uplifted our entire community - and it all began with the hearts and hands of our Waldorf School of Bend community. The Waldorf School of Bend cultivates academic excellence through their experiential curriculum rich in the arts, sciences and practical works. They honor each child’s unique spirit by building capacities of will, free thought, compassion and social responsibility. In this way, children develop with purpose to act as powerful world citizens. Downtown is the heart of Bend, and we are delighted that every year the Waldorf School of Bend helps us exemplify this by covering our streets with hearts!
With a couple of inches of snow predicted, and a whole lotta' fun things on the calendar - this is going to be a weekend to remember - and Downtown Bend is at the heart of it all! 80's Dance Party at The Astro Lounge DJ RAIDER MYSTIC BRINGING IN ALL YOUR FAV HITS OF THE 80’s ALL NIGHT LONG! From Bobby B to Def Leppard to Salt and Pepa to Madonna to Whitney to ... and whatever else rocked the spot in the 80’s! There will also be 80’s videos streaming all night!! SPECIAL REQUESTS WELCOMED! FREE 10PM Free Tax Help at the Deschutes Public Library AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free tax preparation sessions for Central Oregonians at the Downtown Bend Library staring on February 2 and running weekends through April 14. People needing help with their taxes can stop in to learn more about tax credits and even have an IRS-Certified Volunteer prepare their taxes. Taxes are prepared online, using IRS-certified software, and then electronically transmitted to the IRS. If you plan to file your own taxes, certified tax volunteers are also be available to answer some your tax questions. Walk-in sessions at the Downtown Bend Library run Saturdays and Sundays noon to 5:00 p.m. beginning February 2. For more information visit http://cashoregon.org for a list of items to bring to the session. UFC 234 at Seven: Whittaker vs Gastelum at Seven Nightclub Join us for UFC 234 this Saturday. Get your table reservations in now: Text: 541-760-9412 or email: sevenbend@gmail.com for availability. Dinner, Drinks and Fight night! After the fights, stay for the parties downtown with DJ METAL. VIP and Bottle service after 10:00 pm. Please message for availability. An Evening Empowering Self-Love Rituals | Found Natural Goods A week prior to the day coined around celebrating Love — Valentine’s Day — we want to empower our Found People to remember first-and-foremost that Self-Love is Queen. That said, we’re staying open late Friday, February 8th from 5 pm - 8 pm to offer all our sustainable goods into your world with a small addition of counsel depending on what you’re in need of. Rest? Ritual? Some fun? Maybe just the reminder that Valentine’s Day can be about something larger than the pressures around the holiday. Make it about YOU. Gift yourself a something that you just love. That makes you know how beautiful you are inside and out with each mist. That reminds you how important and loved you are with each application. How sexy you can be in a silky or velvety something. How balanced you can be mentally after a hot bath soak. Or how cherished you are with a ring on whatever finger you wish, all gifted to yourself. Once you take care of yourself first, it’s much easier to see how you can be there for another love in your life. XO Hot Toddy Fest at Crater Lake Spirits Come warm up with us for a build your own Hot Toddy Bar!! Mix it up any way you like with special tea mixes by SuttleTea, amazing honey State Honey Curators, Crater Lake Rye Whiskey. We will also be releasing our new line collaboration with BeBottle! These bottles are awesome for hot and cold drinks and are perfect for infusions! Snowy Weather Jazz and Blues at The BlacksmithSo nice to see more snow! After a long day of skiing, boarding, snow shoeing and sledding, come on over to The Blacksmith and warm up with great food, great friends and an evening of lively, jazz inspired tunes. The fun starts at 6pm! Free Music Education with Paul Taylor | The Oxford Hotel Join us for for BendBroadband's FREE Music Education Workshop at The Oxford Hotel - Bend, Oregon on Saturday, February 9th! This workshop, hosted by Georges Bouhey, offers local music students and professionals the opportunity to talk with and learn from saxophonist Paul Taylor. No advance registration required. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Free parking is available at the public garage adjacent to the Oxford Hotel Bend. HotApps: Technical Symposium at McMenaminsHotApps is back! February 8, 2019. REGISTER NOW AND CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS HotApps is a 1-day showcase of new and emerging geo-enabled tools, apps, and hacks. Organized by ORURISA, this year’s event will take place on Friday, February 8 in Bend. Talented students and professionals from around the region will show what they’ve built and where they are taking their current projects, with the goal of coming together to learn from each other and push the envelope even farther. Online registration is now available. The Standard registration fee is $25. A discounted registration for currently-enrolled students is available for $10. Coffee and lunch will be provided. https://www.orurisa.org/event-3195364 Questions regarding the event can be sent to alexatodd@gmail.com. Did we miss something? Do you want to be included in future posts? Email us! downtownbend@gmail.com
The Bend Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the hiring of Jennifer
Stephens as a contractor focusing on government affairs. In this role, Stephens will have responsibility for tracking and providing insights into city, county and regional policies and assist with the chamber’s state legislative agenda. She also assists in staffing the chamber’s Advocacy Council and legislative committee. “We are so excited that Jennifer has joined our team. Government affairs is a complex subject and vital facet of the advocacy efforts the Chamber provides on behalf of our members and the business community,” said Katy Brooks, Bend Chamber CEO. “Jennifer has a broad perspective on the issues of Bend’s businesses and community, and understands the intricacies of our political and legislative landscapes.” Stephens grew up in Bend, is a multi-generational native Oregonian, and has roots in local community service, leadership in advocacy, background in management, and political experience. Jennifer received a bachelors degree and MBA from Southern Oregon University, and in addition to working with the Bend Chamber, she is also the Governmental Affairs Director at Insite LocalGovAffairs where she works with clients on issues that affect their business at the city and county levels of government, as well as consulting on regional ballot measures and candidate campaigns.  It's First Friday Art Walk! Head into Downtown Bend for a night filled with art, shopping, music and local food & drink. On First Friday in Downtown Bend, we celebrate ALL forms of art - music, comedy, photography, painting, sculpture, acting and more. Head to Downtown Bend, and delight your senses! Make sure to drop into all of our Downtown Art Galleries and also be sure to hit these great First Friday events: Forge Humanity: Mama House, will be rocking the house. Justus Vega, featured artist for the night. Boneyard beer flowing from their tap. OnPoint Community Credit Union: Join us on First Friday for the OnPoint Community Credit UnionOregon WinterFest where the Fire King and Ice Queen will hold a procession downtown, enjoy fire pits, ice carving, games, Oregon WinterFest ticket giveaways and other fun prizes. Found Natural Goods: First Friday with Feather Divine. Found Natural Goods will be serving complimentary 100% agave tequila margaritas––radical mixer to be announced––with local jewelry designer, maker, endless-energy woman wonder, Feather Divine. Julia Duke is the hands behind Feather Divine "Goddess Feather Earrings 🌿 Cruelty-Free ❤ 10% of sales donated to wildlife and bird habitat conservation efforts. 🌎" You may also know her as Julia Duke Photo getting published left and right for her portraits, wedding work, and all around good energy behind the lens. Crater Lake Spirits: Come enjoy February's First Friday with cocktails, live music from Jesse, and we will be hosting Central Oregon LandWatch! LandWatch plays a vital role in achieving a responsible, balanced approach to planning for and conserving Central Oregon’s land and water resources, while recognizing the needs of future generations. We work to protect and conserve the region’s ecosystems and wildlife habitats, to foster thriving, sustainable communities and to spread the costs and benefits of growth equitably across the community as a whole. Outside In: Join us for the February Downtown Art Walk at Outside In. We are featuring local photographer & climber, Austin White, and his beautiful landscape images of climbers in Central Oregon. Over the weekends of February 1-2 and 8-9, the USA Climbing Bouldering National Championships are being held right here in Deschutes County. Come and celebrate our local climbers & their photography! Seven Nightclub: First Friday Free for All with Fuzzy Logic. "Fuzzy Logic" is a live, interactive, variety show, for geeks and nerds! Produced and hosted by local Bend nerds, ready to share their passions and interests with you, as long as you are ready to share your's. The open platform and fluid structure of this unique show, allows for everyone to get a chance to share what they enjoy with others. Our guest panel of experts, professionals and comedians will teach and entertain you. Everyone attending will get a chance to interact with the show and the guests. From audience trivia, to the Q&A with our panel of specialists, everyone will get a chance to play along. Deschutes Brewery: Come down to the Pub this First Friday and welcome our artist of the month Lucynda Campbell. Lucynda creates amazing custom oil paintings for your home or business. Oil painting began for me in an unexpected way, when I became very ill with what was later discovered to be Lymes disease. I had been an active person, hiking, running, and volunteering. I found myself virtually disabled and nearly bedridden, my life had been stolen from me. I had never been a TV watcher and I was starving for a way to keep my mind alive while I was afraid my body was dying. A good friend of mine who is also struggling with health problems invited me to come over to her home. She had been a professional pastel artist, and she begin to teach me how to paint. As soon as I was again healthy enough to drive, I was at her home regularly. Bend Brewing Co.: Join us for live music at BBC! Music will play from 6:00-8:30 inside our bar area. If the weather permits, musicians might play outside on our beer garden. This weeks music by: Seth Martin & Tyler Key Footzone: Let’s connect about The Haven’s upcoming arrival on the scene! Stop in for some nibbles while we feed you Info of our exciting venture. JDUB: Join us on First Friday as we welcome award winning The Ale Apothecary to J Dub and try some extraordinarily unique and truly craft beer from Bend's own vintage batch Oak barrel brewery! We also always offer the gold medal winning Sahalie Wild Ale. Sour fan? You can't miss this! Come learn and taste what origin beer is all about! Wabi Sabi: Come see local goods made by artists and artisans just starting out! We'll have candles, chopsticks, woodworking, jewelry, photography, greeting cards, stickers, cosplay supplies, 3D printed items and so much more!! Come by, drink some sake, have a snack, and enjoy the items presented by these fabulous folks! Cascade Sotheby's: Please join us Friday, February 1st at our Downtown Bend Showroom (821 NW Wall St, Bend, OR) from 5 – 8 PM, to enjoy the artwork of Kristine Cooper. This event is sponsored by Cascade Sotheby’s International Realty and your hosts for the evening, Tammy Caruso, along with co-sponsors Academy Mortgage, who will be serving wine and beer samples. Velvet: Artist Tara Doherty resists the temptation to be stable. Her figurative art is inspired in this resistance by insects – their ability to transform, to connect, to possess an exoskeleton, to have acceptance, and to move forward into the unknown. Using whatever materials she finds, she hopes her creations can inspire others to be unstable too. Townshend's Teahouse: This Friday on February 1st, Paige Rajnus will be at Townshend’s Teahouse 5-8pm with a collection of small animal prints! This show is entitled “Held Together,” and has a very special and meaningful place in my heart. Come visit on First Friday for tea and art! Below are snippets of some of the work that will be there. ;) The Oxford Hotel: For #FirstFridayBend, we'll continue displaying Debra Millette's exhibit titled "Pet Selfies with Their Persons" - a series of playful acrylic paintings. Debra will be in our lobby during First Friday #inbend. Stop by to view her paintings and say hello! Bellatazza: Join the OPA children's cast in full costume for a sing-along with several songs from their upcoming show, Oliver! We'll be handing out flyers to promote the show and within those, there will be some hidden "Golden Tickets" for free entrance to the show on Saturday, February 16th at 7pm. See you in front of Bellatazza for First Friday Art Walk! Princess Athletics: The theme for this art walk is LOVE! We will be showcasing art from the kids at the Bend International School. Sara with www.bundleofjoyinfantmassage.com will be here as well! Download our printable First Friday Art Walk Guide: 
Hey Bend Community! We did it! We've made it through another work week. Here is your list to all the cool things to do this weekend in Downtown Bend. Visit Bendy Dog at their new location Bendy Dog is all moved into their new location at 114 NW Minnesota in Downtown Bend! Grab your pups and head Downtown to visit Tawna, and grab some great treats for your fur babies. For everytime your furry friend is there for you.. whether you are ready for an adventure or are just wanting to lay in the shade and relax, Bendy Dog is here to help you thank them. No other creature is as loyal, loving and non-jusdgemental. At Bendy Dog, they believe in showing our dogs how much we love them - whether you want the highest quality dog beds, durable leashes and collars, or anything in-between... Bendy Dog has it all! Not only will you love what they have, but (most importantly!) your dog will too. Chili Fest at Bend Brewing Co. Join us on Friday, February 1st & Saturday, February 2nd for Chili Fest down at BBC! We will have live music both nights from 6:00-8:30! There will be three chilis for you to choose from: Texas Steak Chili -petite tender steak, tomatoes, green bell peppers, onions, celery & anaheim peppers. Topped with cheddar cheese, green onions, cilantro, sour cream & lime White Bean Chicken Chili -chicken, cannellini beans, green chilis, tomatillos, celery & onions. Topped with pico de gallo, cilantro, sour cream & jack cheese. 3 Bean Vegetable Chili -Black Beans, cannellini beans, garbanzo beans, corn, kale, red & yellow bell pepers. Topped with avocado, green onions, cilantro & tortilla chips. Winter PrideFest Brunch at Hola! Join us for Winter PrideFest Sunday Brunch at Hola! in downtown Bend. 11am - 2pm enjoy great food and great friends including mimosas and sassy cocktails - nurse your hangover with worldly cuisine! $12/plate Buffet Style: Eggs Chiliquillas Verdes, Tamales, Carnitas Taco Bar, Fruit, Tortilla Soup, Beans and Rice. $5 Red Cactus Mimosas, Happy Hour Margaritas, Tranquillo Beer RSVP requested (mark 'Going' or comment below) Deatils at: OutCentralOregon.com/winter-pridefest Winter PrideFest Cocktails at The DogwodThe fun of 'Winter PrideFest' continues with a 'Cocktail Hour' at the Dogwood. Come by as an alternative to the 'Apres Ski Party'. Hosts 'Madame Tucker' and 'Stella Nova' will provide entertainment with a Drag Performance. Let's celebrate our Pride with this nightcap! Details: http://outcentraloregon.com/winter-pridefest/ High Desert Poetry Cell at Dudley's Bookshop CafeThe High Desert Poetry Cell celebrates Valentine's Day early with original poems of love and lust. Saturday Feb 2nd at 2pm. Donations and proceeds from all book sales benefit Central Oregon Veterans Ranch. Come down for a coffee, tea, beer or wine, hear some poetry and support veterans!!!! Saturday Sampling at Deschutes BreweryStop by the brewery and influence our latest beer. This month's featured beer is a light brunch sour--tell us what you think of it! https://www.facebook.com/events/346701746171428/ Ready, Set, Register at FootzoneWe’re doing it again – inviting race directors of all the best local and regional races to FootZone to hawk their races, all on the same day! Sign up at a discount for your favorites, and be able to pepper RDs with questions about races with which you’re not yet familiar. You’re sure to find a new favorite! This event is FREE! Please register at the "tickets available" link to help us with planning! Thanks! We’ll have a handy organizer that lists all of our race directors, races, and their discounts in one place for you to download, and more copies at the event! So far we have 20+ race directors representing 60+ races of all types and distances! Get your 2019 race calendar dialed in, all on one day! Party like it's 1999We've got all the stuff you need to dance your booty off and party like it's 1999! Check out Toasty Takeover at Seven Nightclub, Big Cat and Karaoke at the Capitol, and Dennis Dabs at Bend Brewing Co.
 THE OXFORD HOTEL BEND NAMED #11 BEST US HOTEL IN 2019 TRIPADVISOR TRAVELERS’ CHOICE AWARDS Bend, Ore. – The Oxford Hotel Bend has once again been recognized as a winner in the United States category of the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice® Awards for hotels, earning its Top 25 recognition for the seventh year in a row. In 2019, the Oxford Hotel Bend ranked 11th out of the Top 25 hotels designated for the award. It is the only hotel in Central Oregon to receive this honor. For the last 17 years, these awards have highlighted the world’s top properties around the globe. Travelers’ Choice award winners were determined based on the millions of reviews and opinions collected in a single year from TripAdvisor travelers worldwide. The hallmarks of Travelers’ Choice winners are remarkable service, value and quality. “We are humbled to receive this recognition for the seventh year in a row,” said Oxford’s President and CEO, Curt Baney. “Our team remains committed to providing each and every guest with a unique stay from their moment of arrival, and this award is a direct reflection and celebration of those efforts. We also extend our deepest appreciation to the many guests who have shared their Oxford experience on TripAdvisor.”
“We congratulate the properties around the world recognized as the best hotels, which receive our highest honor – Travelers’ Choice Hotel awards,” said Desirée Fish, vice president of global communications for TripAdvisor. “Winners should be proud of their award as millions of travelers will consider this list when picking the perfect hotel for their needs this year.” To see why the Oxford Hotel Bend is #11 in the nation, visit https://www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Hotels-cTop-g191#11 to view TripAdvisor traveler reviews. For all 2019 Travelers’ Choice winners, visit www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice. Travelers can also follow the conversation on Twitter at #travelerschoice. About Oxford Hotel Bend The Oxford Hotel Bend is the city’s first and only luxury boutique hotel. Located in the heart of downtown Bend, the seven-story hotel features 59 spacious and luxurious executive rooms, many with views of the Cascade Mountains. Designed with both the leisure and business traveler in mind, the Oxford Hotel Bend features a variety of amenities and services intended to up the ante on the traditional boutique hotel experience. For more information, visit www.oxfordhotelbend.com. About TripAdvisor TripAdvisor, the world's largest travel site*, enables travelers to unleash the full potential of every trip. With 702 million reviews and opinions covering the world's largest selection of travel listings worldwide – covering 8 million accommodations, airlines, experiences, and restaurants -- TripAdvisor provides travelers with the wisdom of the crowds to help them decide where to stay, how to fly, what to do and where to eat. TripAdvisor also compares prices from more than 200 hotel booking sites so travelers can find the lowest price on the hotel that's right for them. TripAdvisor-branded sites are available in 49 markets, and are home to the world's largest travel community of 490 million average monthly unique visitors**, all looking to get the most out of every trip. TripAdvisor: Know better. Book better. Go better. The subsidiaries and affiliates of TripAdvisor, Inc. (NASDAQ: TRIP) own and operate a portfolio of websites and businesses, including more than 20 travel media brands: www.airfarewatchdog.com, www.bokun.io, www.bookingbuddy.com, www.citymaps.com, www.cruisecritic.com, www.familyvacationcritic.com, www.flipkey.com, www.thefork.com (including www.lafourchette.com, www.eltenedor.com, www.iens.nl and www.dimmi.com.au), www.gateguru.com, www.holidaylettings.co.uk, www.holidaywatchdog.com, www.housetrip.com, www.jetsetter.com, www.niumba.com, www.onetime.com, www.oyster.com, www.seatguru.com, www.smartertravel.com, www.tingo.com, www.vacationhomerentals.com and www.viator.com. * Source: Jumpshot for TripAdvisor Sites, worldwide, September 2018 ** 2018 Source: TripAdvisor log files, average monthly unique visitors, Q3 2018  FootZone is excited to announce that this year over 70 local and regional races will be represented at our race registration expo, Ready, Set, REGISTER! Whatever a runner’s favorite distance, we’ve got a race for them! Races represented this year include 1Ks, 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons, full marathons, 50Ks, 100Ks, triathlons, runs for a cause, girlfriends runs, relays galore, dog runs, trail runs, road runs, running camps, training groups, running clubs, races in every corner of the state and beyond, and runs for chocolate, beer, and wine! Race representatives attending Ready, Set, REGISTER, will be offering registration discounts and other perks!
Ready, Set, REGISTER, will take place on Saturday, February 2nd from 11-4. Ready, Set, REGISTER is a win-win event that boosts early season, local race exposure, and allows runners and walkers to meet with race representatives, ask questions about races, schedule their 2019 race calendar, and save money on registration! In 2018, RSR saw 200+ runners take advantage of the immense diversity of races. To accommodate the number of races and expected registrants, Ready, Set, REGISTER will be held at the Liberty Theater, directly across from FootZone at 849 NW Wall St. in downtown Bend, Oregon. Visit the FootZone website to view the full line-up of races: http://www.footzonebend.com/event/ready-set-register/ About FootZone: FootZone is Central Oregon’s only locally owned and independent running and walking store. Since 1995, FootZone has been the hub of the local running community, hosting clinics, training groups, weekly runs, and a number of charitable events each year, in addition to sponsoring local races. FootZone is a full service running and walking store in downtown Bend. To learn more about FootZone, please visit www.footzonebend.com. One of the best things about living in Bend is that there is always a plethora of things to do, and Downtown Bend is at the heart of it all! Here is your weekend report of things to do for Jan 25-27th, 2019. Enjoy your weekend! Downtown Bend: Friends of the Bend Libraries Winter Book Sale  Sunday, January 27, 2019 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Downtown Bend Public Library 507 NW Wall St. Bend, OR Directions Price: FreeFriends of the Bend Libraries Winter Book Sale is Sunday, January 27 1-4pm. Big sale 50% books excluding orange sticker books. Public welcome. Located at the Library Admin. Building 507 NW Wall. Proceeds benefit the two Bend Libraries. More info: www.fobl.org or call 541-7047. Trade War Release Party & Cookie Pairing @ BBC Join Bend Brewing Co. on Friday, January 25th to celebrate the release of our newest canned beer, Trade War Export Stout! To make the night extra fun, we've partnered with our friends over at Too Sweet Cakes bakery to pair their cookies with our beer. Each pint of Trade War purchased you get a FREE honey & vanilla chocolate cookie from Too Sweet Cakes - it's a match made in heaven! Live music by Toast and Jam will go from 6:00-8:30. Also - our brewers have made 3 variations of Trade War that will be available to try in a tasting package that are also paired with Too Sweet Cakes Cookies! The pairings are: Trade War Stout with Cherry & Chocolate Cookie: Almond & Cherry Trade War Stout with Cardamon & Vanilla Cookie: Brown Sugar & Cardamon Trade War Stout with Coconut Cookie: Coconut & Toffee Downtown Bend Ski Scavenger Hunt After the Holiday Season, many people tend to stay inside with the colder temperatures and winter like weather (maybe). The Downtown Bend Business Association is hoping to provide a fun scavenger hunt to get people out of the house and to Downtown! “It’s a fun way to get people out of their houses and possibly into a Downtown store they might have never gone into before,” said Public Relations woman, Michaela Beechem. “It’s a way for our local business owners to meet locals in a fun way! We have sixty stores participating and it will be a lot of fun for people of all ages!” The event will run from January 7th- February 7th. It will be a partnership with Mount Bachelor and their ski groups for the season. Each store will have a passport in their location with a list of all participating stores. You pick up the passport, find the ski figurine in each store with the hashtag, #DowntownBendSkiHunt. If you post the picture with the hashtag you could be highlighted on the Downtown Bend Facebook page and Website. The DBBA is a nonprofit dedicated to increasing the vitality of Downtown Bend. For more information, or to make a donation, please email downtownbend@gmail.com. Wren and Wild Grand Opening You are going to love our new space! Join us as we are grand opening this Saturday at 10:00 am 🌿 Enjoy a free gift with purchase, mimosas, Moon Juice bites, samples and more. We will also be featuring artist Addie Long! We are so excited and can't wait to treat you to our Wren and Wild Clean Beauties! Wren and Wild is located at 112 NW Minnesota unit B, Bend, Oregon 97703 Hardbodies @ Seven BEND, OREGON!! ....SEVEN RESTAURANT & NIGHTCLUB TICKETS ON SALE NOW, AND LIMITED!!... SHARE THIS EVENT WITH YOUR GIRLS GRAB TICKETS NOW TO ENSURE ENTRY GET PREPARED FOR A GIRLS NIGHT YOU'LL NEVER FORGET! THE SHOW Live professionally choreographed production Vegas-style show of HARDBODIES with abs, good looking faces, and sexy dance moves in uniforms ranging from cops to firemen and cowboys to doctors to name a few—but not for long. Fantasy fun costumes, choreographed dance routines, and audience interaction while hearing your favorite music and watching the guys "Take It Off" is what makes this a night of pure bliss and the perfect combination to sellout shows nationwide! WHERE YOU'VE SEEN THEM Modeling for Men's Fitness, GQ, and Maxim magazines. Reality TV, MTV THE AUDIENCE Thousands of women nationwide have experienced the excitement and pure sexiness of HARDBODIES The Show, and so should you! Celebrating a birthday, divorce, bachelorette, or just for the hell of it party is always a great idea with this top-notch Male Revue. PLEASE NOTE: Tickets for this event are very limited so it is highly recommended that you purchase your tickets in advance to ensure entry. TICKETS:: EARLY BIRD ADV - $17 GEN ADV $22 V.I.P - $42 (Front rows seating, picture with all the guys, meet and greet with the guys, RING OF FIRE finale stage pass-calendar) @ DOOR - $27 (Night of event) Age Limit: 21+ Doors Open: 7pm Showtime: 8pm STAY CONNECTED: www.facebook.com/HardbodiesTheShow (LIKE Our Page) www.instagram.com/HardbodiesTheShow www.hardbodiestheshow.com Bend Comedy Presents: Chase Mayers & Amanda Lynn Deal Bend Comedy Presents: - CHASE MAYERS - Chase Mayers started his comedy career in Baton Rouge, La and now calls Seattle his comedy home. Chase tours the country year round on the “Featuring Chase Mayers Tour”, the most on the nose tour name going. His unique perspective and southern accent brings the crowd in and makes him a favorite every where he performs. Last year Chase was selected “Best of the Fest” at The Burbank Comedy Festival. - AMANDA LYNN DEAL - Born in Southern California, Amanda Lynn Deal started her comedy journey by moving to Chicago, IL from Portland, OR October 2012. She studied Writing and Improvisation at The Second City Training Center and went on to perform original sketch shows with her group: The Chuck-Charlies. She then went on to Produce 3 original comedy shows in Chicago, tour in her converted school bus, and create a name for herself before moving back to Portland Winter 2017. She is now currently a Producer, Performer, & Host in Portland, OR as well as a Semi-Finalist for "Portland's Funniest Person Contest" 2017. Hosted by: Ryan Traughber Showcase: $8 Online / $10 at the door Age: 21+ Bey Blade Tournament @ Wabi Sabi Not only is our esteemed August Johnson a highly-trained Poke-master, he is also a veteran Bey Blade Battler. He will be overseeing our Bey Blade tournament on January 26, teaching young and old alike, the ancient art of the Bey Blade. Only for the most courageous of elementary school-kids! Karaoke @ The Capitol Happy Hour All night! Come sing some hits for fun! BROTH at The Capitol People of Bend! Come dance the night away with Broth. We're a local band from Eugene, OR. Live 6 peice band (2 vocalists, synth, trumpet, trombone, bass, drums) playing Alt-R&B/Pop-Jazz. Broth will be playing at the Capitol on Jan. 25th, 8-9:30 ALL AGES Tickets $10 at the door Check us out at soundcloud.com/broth-band West Side Story @ The Tower From the first notes to the final breath, West Side Story is one of the most memorable musicals and greatest love stories of all time. Arthur Laurents' book remains as powerful, poignant and timely as ever. The score by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim are widely regarded as among the best ever written. The world's greatest love story takes to the streets in this landmark Broadway musical that is one of the theatre's finest accomplishments. EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES Saturday, January 26, 2019 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm Downtown Bend Public Library -- Brooks Room 601 NW Wall St. Bend, OR Directions Price: Free**Effective Communication Strategies *Communication is more than just talking and listening – it’s also about sending and receiving messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions and body language. As people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias progress in their journey and the ability to use words is lost, families need new ways to connect. Join us to explore how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer’s, learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease. *To learn more or register, please call 1-800-272-3900. 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 Cascades East Transit (CET) is developing a regional transit master plan for Central Oregon and beginning a process to identify conceptual transit service over the next 25 years. The 2040 CET Transit Development Plan will identify near-, mid-, and long-term transit service needs for the existing service areas and areas into which CET may extend. Once developed, the 2040 Transit Master Plan will provide Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC) Board of Directors, managers, and staff a framework for providing transit and transit-related services to Central Oregon and beyond. It will be the only plan in Central Oregon dedicated to transit and is intended to be used by CET to identify new services, further policy discussions, and achieve significant progress in CET departments Your opinion matters! Learn more and use your voice to join us in building a connected community! Fill out the survey here - or join us on Tuesday, January 29th 11:30pm - 6:30pm at Trinity Episcopal Church, Brooks Hall, 469 NW Wall St  Downtown is the heart of Bend - and has been for over 100 years. As our City grows, we need to secure easy access for all (drivers, bike-riders, walkers, and bus riders) into and out of Downtown Bend. Downtown is the civic, cultural and entrepreneurial hub of our City, and the Transit Master Plan needs to reflect this in it's near, mid, and long-term goals.
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