Bend
Daily News
Monday, February 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kiwanis clubs are launching the Battle of the Buns baby wipe drive to support local families by aiming to collect 500+ packs for Central Oregon Baby Resources. The drive runs Feb. 11 through Feb. 28 across Central Oregon. KTVZ
- ➤ Dozens of cyclists in Bend held a 'We Ride in Unity' memorial ride on Saturday morning to honor Alex Pretti and Renée Good — riding a 7.5-mile loop starting and ending at Thump Coffee and joining similar memorial rides nationwide. Central Oregon Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Camp Fire Central Oregon opened registration for its 2026 summer camps at 4 p.m. on Feb. 1. Families seeking limited financial assistance should apply early to avoid a $3 fee. Central Oregon Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mt. Bachelor welcomed February with one inch of fresh snow starting Saturday at 6:30 a.m. as staff and visitors enjoyed the winter change — guests were advised to ride on open, groomed trails for safety. KTVZ
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Darkness to Light Stewards of Children Training
5:30-8 p.m. — Deschutes Children's Foundation - Rosie Bareis Community Campus — Free entry — Learn vital skills for preventing child sexual abuse in your community.
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Life During Wartime - Talking Heads Tribute
8 PM — Volcanic Theatre Pub — Cost not specified — Dance to the eclectic sounds of LDW playing Talking Heads music and original funk.
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Resilience Workshop for Young Entrepreneurs
3:00 – 4:30 p.m. — Discovery West — $15 — Engage in movement, breathwork, and journaling to build confidence and resilience.
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Live Music with Brandon Campbell Trio
7-9 p.m. — Currents at the Riverhouse — Check venue for entry fee — Experience the genre-bending sounds of the Brandon Campbell Trio with a mix of gypsy swing and rockabilly.
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KANALES & GRUPO ESCOLTA Live Concert
9 p.m. — Midtown Ballroom/Domino Room/Annex — Ticket info at Tickeri — Enjoy a night of vibrant music and dancing with Kanales and Grupo Escolta.
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Galentine's Brunch at The Coyote
10 AM – 2 PM — The Coyote — Celebrate sisterhood with brunch, mimosas, karaoke, and giveaways.
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Beertown Comedy Open Mic
6:30-9 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter at the #1 Open Mic and Locals Night in Bend.
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Capoeira - Introductory Session
7:00 – 8:45 PM — High Desert Martial Arts — Workshop fee includes a T-shirt — Experience the rhythm and movement of Afro-Brazilian martial arts in a beginner-friendly session.
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Bigfoot County Live Performance
7-1 a.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy soulful blues-rock and country tunes from Bend's very own Bigfoot County.
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Live Comedy with Scott Losse & Andrew Rivers
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Midtown Ballroom/Domino Room/Annex — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy laughter and relatable humor from Scott Losse and Andrew Rivers in Bend, Oregon.
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