Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of May.
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📰 Lifestyle
Bend residents head outdoors this Memorial Day weekend to enjoy budget-friendly activities amid rising travel and food costs.
Local parks and rivers provide an accessible way to welcome summer (despite higher gas prices affecting travel) as many locals gather for free outdoor fun.
🏈 Sports
More than 325 youth baseball teams from six states joined the Bend Memorial Day Bash over Memorial Day weekend, raising about $60,000 for local high school programs.
The tournament, held in Bend, Redmond, Sisters and La Pine, welcomed an estimated 15,000 to 20,000 visitors.
🎉 Bend Events
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Birding by Ear
8-9:30 a.m. — Sawyer Park — Free entry — Join a weekly bird walk to explore local avian sounds and enhance your birding skills.
Teen Volunteer Opportunity with Camp Fire Central Oregon
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Family Kitchen — Free registration — Engage in a meaningful day of volunteering while enhancing skills and contributing to the community.
AROMA Thursdays
7:30-11 p.m. — Hola! Downtown — Free entry — Indulge in an elevated Latin experience with authentic cuisine, handcrafted margaritas, and dance lessons.
Coyote Rider Concert
7-11 p.m. — McMenamins Pub at Old St. Francis School — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an evening of live music in a classic pub setting.
Bend: Ecochella Festival
3:30-7:30 p.m. — Drake Park — Free entry — Celebrate sustainability with local vendors and engaging activities at this vibrant community event.
Worthy Brewing Farmers Market
10 AM – 2 PM — Worthy Brewing Company — Free entry — Explore local produce, unique products, and enjoy live music while sipping on beer.
Writer's Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Café des Chutes — $5 cash or Venmo — Engage in a monthly writing workshop with prompts and peer feedback.
Lord Huron Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting sounds of Lord Huron in a beautiful outdoor setting.
Summer Kickoff BBQ
4-6 p.m. — Miller's Landing Park — Free entry — Celebrate the summer with a casual BBQ featuring good food and cold drinks.
2026 Oregon Archaeology Roadshow: The Archaeology of Fire and Water
11 AM – 3 PM — Deschutes Historical Museum — Free entry — Celebrate the archaeology and heritage of Oregon with interactive exhibits and activities focused on fire and water.
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