Good morning, Bend.

Bend’s famous restaurant 900 Wall closed on Monday night after 17 years of serving local diners and creating many memories.

The Downtown Bend Business Association is now looking for a new operator for the historic space built in the 1920s — the restaurant’s final post said it had served its last order of fried green beans.

Hayden Homes Amphitheater in Bend will host 50 summer concerts starting May 19—featuring acts such as James Taylor, Sting 3.0, Brad Paisley, and Neil Young among others through September 18.

The outdoor venue on the Deschutes River remains a top local spot for live music.

Bend Park and Recreation District has opened applications for its Kids Inc. afterschool childcare program for the 2025-26 school year, available to kindergarten through 5th graders at all Bend elementary schools except Amity Creek and Westside Village until 5:30 p.m. Parents must apply by May 16 and note that full-time fees will rise from $265 to $285 and part-time fees from $135 to $142.50—selections will be made by lottery with deposits due by June 9.

Skyliners Lodge in the Deschutes National Forest will continue operating this summer under NatureConnect—a local outdoor learning nonprofit—as it takes over managing events and educational programs while planning a roof renovation with a $128,000 Visit Bend grant for fire resistant cedar shakes in August. The nonprofit will rent the 88-year-old lodge for educational and private events to fund field trips and outdoor learning.

Bend-La Pine Schools has invited the community to an open house on May 15 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the main gym to review the preliminary design for the new Bend Senior High Auditorium; school representatives and BBT Architects will answer questions and collect feedback via an online form + design work continues with city permits as construction is set to begin in June and finish by fall.

Deschutes County’s Fire Free days began over the weekend at Knott Landfill in Bend.

On Friday afternoon south of La Pine, firefighters quickly contained a 2.4-acre wildfire — a sign that fire safety remains a top priority.

Jonathan Bach, a local journalist who grew up in Bend rentals and owned homes in Terrebonne, has published his first book—High Desert, Higher Costs: Bend and the Housing Crisis in the American West—with OSU Press based on his study of local housing challenges.

He will discuss his research and speak with community members on May 17 at OSU-Cascades Ray Hall Atrium.

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.

Women's Consignment Sale

10 a.m.-3 p.m. — WorldMark Bend - Seventh Mountain Resort — Admission varies — Discover great deals on women's clothing and accessories at this community consignment event.