Good morning, Bend.

Sarah Session — accused of abusing and attempting to kill her 9-year-old stepson — and her parents Gary and Paula Hardenburg, accused of helping facilitate the abuse, are scheduled to appear in court today at the Deschutes County Courthouse after being indicted and taken into custody on February 21 in Coos Bay.

The City’s Accessibility Advisory Committee, Commute Options and CET will host a Walk and Roll Tour on May 8 from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Hawthorne Station with a route through Juniper Park and down Franklin Ave and a reception at Dogwood at the Pine Shed food carts.

CET will also host an Open House from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. that day to highlight new amenities and share info about transportation projects — more details will be provided at the event.

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.

2025 Oregon ENA Educational Conference

12 PM – 10 PM — Riverhouse Lodge — Registration includes breakfast and lunch — Two days of educational sessions and networking for emergency nursing professionals.

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.