Good morning, Bend.

Renowned cellist Peter Wiley and pianist Anna Polonsky will perform in High Desert Chamber Music’s Celebrity Recitals on Apr.

20 in Bend, featuring works by Beethoven, Schubert, and Rachmaninoff. Tickets are available online and at the Downtown Bend office.

Garage-rock revivalists The Strokes will perform at Hayden Homes Amphitheater on Aug.

25, their only Oregon tour stop, with supporting act ÖLÜM joining them (presale begins Thursday at 10 a.m. online while general tickets go on sale Friday at Ticket Mill).

Bend-La Pine Schools released its 2026-27 calendar that shows start dates (Sept.

9, 10 and 11) and scheduled breaks, including holidays from Oct. 28 to May 31 so families can plan early.

Both the IRS and the state let you track your refund online after you filed your 2025 returns before the April 15 deadline.

The IRS says most refunds will arrive within 21 days for direct deposits while e-fileed state refunds take about two weeks (paper returns may take longer).

Oregon taxpayers must file their tax year 2025 returns by midnight Wednesday, April 15.

The Department of Revenue advises filing online or in-person at local offices in Bend, Eugene, Gresham, Medford and Portland to ensure returns are postmarked on time.

Drivers in Three Rivers face delays as a roundabout project is under construction until April 26.

A section of Huntington Road is closed, and traffic is rerouted via Vandervet Road (south along Highway 97 to State Recreation Road).

Four and a half miles of Tumalo Reservoir Road are being overhauled with bike lanes and a smooth surface though neighbors worry the wider road could spur faster traffic—county officials will reinstall speed limit signs with detours in place until the $5.2 million project finishes in July.

Bend's Megan Hyland returned to marathoning after nearly a decade away to win the top women’s spot at the Bend Marathon on Sunday morning, finishing in 3:03 while covering a challenging 26.2-mile course that followed her familiar home roads — a notable achievement.

Head coach Lisa Kienzle juggles her husband's stage 4 leukemia treatment while leading her undefeated Caldera softball team.

Standout pitcher Brooke Chapin and teammates are set to play today at Summit at 4:30 p.m. Their recent win and resilience highlight a season shaped by both personal trials + determination.

THE LIFE WE HAVE - Film, Run, & Raffle for The American Cancer Society

After screening at over 20 festivals in the last year, filmmaker Greg Balkin is bringing the award-winning short documentary, The Life We Have, to Bend. In honor of the film's subject, Rob Shaver, Greg is hosting a fundraiser event for The American Cancer Society that includes a film screening, community run, and raffle.

THE LIFE WE HAVE - Film, Run, & Raffle for The American Cancer Society

After screening at over 20 festivals in the last year, filmmaker Greg Balkin is bringing the award-winning short documentary, The Life We Have, to Bend. In honor of the film's subject, Rob Shaver, Greg is hosting a fundraiser event for The American Cancer Society that includes a film screening, community run, and raffle.

Bend Thirsty Third Thursday Networking Event

4-6 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Free first drink — Network with design and construction professionals before enjoying local live music.

Watkins Glen & MFG Live Concert

9-11:30 p.m. — Domino Room — Tickets on sale now — Enjoy an exciting night with the Maxwell Friedman Group and a mega Watkins Glen set featuring surprise guests.

Reelin In the Years - Steely Dan Tribute

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Tower Theatre — Cost not specified — Celebrate the smooth grooves of Steely Dan with Bend’s premier tribute band Major Dudes.

Teen Volunteer Opportunity with Camp Fire Central Oregon

2:30-4:00 p.m. — Family Kitchen — Free — Connect with Camp Fire through exciting volunteer projects and skill-building outings for teens aged 12 to 17.

Sierra Hull Live Concert

6:30-9:00 p.m. — Tower Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the dynamic bluegrass and Americana sounds of Sierra Hull, a six-time IBMA Mandolin Player of the Year.

Universal Health Plan Town Hall (Free + Open To All)

Oregon is creating universal health care legislation. This Town Hall is currently the only in-person chance in Central Oregon to hear from the people writing the state's legislation and to ask questions/provide comments. This will be historic legislation. If you are interested in the issue, support universal health care, or have questions about it, you have to be at this event to make your voice heard. It is free and open to all. DATE: Saturday, April 25th TIME: 3pm to 5pm LOCATION: Trinity Episcopal Church, 469 NW Wall St, Bend, OR 97703

Reiki and Sound Bath for Nervous System Reset

11:00 AM – 12:15 PM — Hawthorn Healing Arts Center, LLC — Cost varies — Experience a restorative blend of Reiki and sound healing to relax and reset your nervous system.

About Oregon Gold: A History of Mining

7-8 p.m. — McMenamins Old St. Francis School — Tickets required — Explore the untold story of Oregon's gold rush from 1862 to 1910.

Intimate Night with Eric Leadbetter

7-11 p.m. — McMenamins Pub at Old St. Francis School — Enjoy a cozy evening of music and storytelling with Eric Leadbetter.