Good morning, Bend.

Central Oregon breweries won five medals at the World Beer Cup on Thursday—Sunriver Brewing Co. brought home gold in the American Wheat Beer category.

Leslie Koegler is building Ballers & Brews on NE Brinson Boulevard and NE 18th Street in southeast Bend—a facility with heated pickleball courts, a tap house, and food carts that will open in mid-September.

The project is designed to give families and friends a new spot to play and eat.

Burgerville has posted three part-time job openings in hospitality, sales, kitchen and production for its first Bend location at 612 SE 3rd St (just 5 minutes from the Old Mill District) as details on an official opening date remain forthcoming.

Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield hosted a town hall at OSU-Cascades yesterday in Bend to hear community members discuss how federal budget cuts are affecting food assistance, healthcare, and public safety, and he was joined by Rep. Janelle Bynum, State Sen. Anthony Broadman + Rep. Jason Kropf.

Sen. Jeff Merkley will host three town halls next Saturday, May 10 in Madras at 10 a.m., in Prineville at 1 p.m., and in Sisters at 5:30 p.m.—Rep. Janelle Bynum will join him in Sisters as officials expect the events to reach capacity.

Ridgeview baseball swept Bend High 8-2 on Friday evening to narrow the IMC title race to a contest between Ridgeview and Summit — the team holds a one-game lead and will play Mountain View in a three-game series starting Tuesday.

Coach Shane Nakamura said his team boosted its confidence with the win but still needs help to challenge the defending champions.

Cinco de Mayo Celebration

6-8 p.m. — River's Place — Cost TBA — Celebrate with live music, handmade tamales, elotes, and specialty cocktails.

Happy Hour in the Garden

4-6 p.m. — The Environmental Center — Free entry — Enjoy volunteering in the garden while sipping beverages with family-friendly activities.

Pollinator Pathway Bend Spring Kick-Off

4-6 p.m. — Wintercreek Nursery — Free entry — Celebrate spring with native plants and gardening stories at a local nursery.

Kids' Cooking Class Series

3:30-4:30 p.m. — Hanai — Check event page for pricing — A fun and educational cooking series for kids aged 8 to 12 with parental guidance.

Grease - The Musical

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Cascades Theatrical Co — Affordable tickets — Experience the excitement of Grease live on stage in Bend.

Bend Beauty Expo 2025

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center — $5 benefiting the Humane Society — Explore beauty with food, fun, and a chance to win prizes.

Mother's Day Brunch Celebration

10 a.m. — Hawkeye & Huckleberry Lounge — $30-75 — Treat the queen of your crew to a bold and beautiful brunch crafted by Chef Carlos Anthony.

Beertown Comedy Open Mic Night

6:30-9 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughs at this local favorite open mic event.

Free Internet Safety Training Workshop

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Becky Johnson Community Center — Free entry — Learn safe and ethical technology use for children and adults in this informative training session.

BLPEF Trivia Night 2025

6-9 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Exciting competition — Teams of three compete for trivia glory and prizes at a beloved local venue.

Sweet Single Level Home in SE Bend

As sweet as the song itself, this single level gem is perched on a quiet pocket in the charming Mtn. High neighborhood where the pine trees touch the sky and sunlight spills through like waves. Be in a peaceful, wooded setting, offering unmatched opportunities to watch deer, birds, and other local wildlife right from your doorstep. The spacious deck that wraps from front to back is such a treat and a pleasure on those perfect summer evenings. Inside you’ll find updated finishes such as new interior paint, new light fixtures, recently painted cabinets and new backsplash behind the stove plus an updated primary bathroom. The formal entry leads to the dining room adjacent to the living room with its warm gas fireplace and useful built-in cabinetry. HVAC system and hot water heater system are only 4 years old.