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Saturday, June 21st, 2025
Good morning, Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Deschutes County Fair Director Geoff Hinds said the 340-acre fairgrounds, which bring over $100 million in economic impact, are planning to add 140 acres to host more events and support growing tourism. The fairgrounds now draw nearly a million visitors each year, helping local hotels, restaurants and businesses thrive. Source Weekly
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lauren Kurzman, who has run The Village Baker for nearly 30 years, is selling the bakery for $800,000 to pursue new interests—this sale covers only the business and not the leased space that ends in July. The 4000 square foot bakery on SW Knoll Avenue serves soups, salads and baked goods Tuesday through Saturday and employs 15 workers. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Burgerville will open Monday in Bend at the former Del Taco building on Third Street and Wilson Avenue, and it will give gift cards for 52 classic cheeseburgers to its first 100 customers. The chain, known for using local ingredients, will also offer a special beer cheese slider made with 10 Barrel Brewing Co.—with part of its price helping The Giving Plate. Bend Bulletin
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The High Desert Museum will host its 36th High Desert Rendezvous fundraiser on Aug. 23 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event will raise funds for exhibitions and programs with hosted bar, appetizers, games and auctions, with tickets at $200 for members and $250 for nonmembers after last year's $620,000 raised. Bend Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers invested nearly $300,000 to expand water recycling for irrigation by hiring an interagency team leader to cut regulatory barriers to reusing treated wastewater — the Senate passed the measure 28-1 on June 19 and it now awaits Gov. Tina Kotek's signature to become law. Bend Bulletin
- ➤ Governor Kotek came to Bend on June 18th at Mosaic Community Health (joining 11 local experts) to discuss proposed federal cuts to Medicaid and SNAP, and she warned the cuts may remove coverage for over 200,000 people (a lifeline for many). Source Weekly
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon Trail Gravel Grinder will start on Wednesday, June 29 and run for five days on gravel and dirt roads in the Central Oregon Cascades, finishing at Seventh Mountain Resort west of Bend. The race attracts a strong field including former Unbound Gravel winners and local rider Serena Bishop Gordon — with 300 riders set to tackle roughly 360 miles and nearly 30,000 feet of climbing. Bend Bulletin
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Earth Wind & Fire Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless hits of Earth, Wind & Fire live in Bend's iconic amphitheater.
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Girls' Empowerment: Weaving
8:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. — Skyliner Lodge — Registration required — A transformative camp for young girls to connect with nature and foster empowerment through creativity and mindfulness.
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Pine Forest Grange Community Jam
7-9 p.m. — Pine Forest Grange — Free entry — A supportive environment for acoustic musicians to showcase their talents.
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Overland Expo PNW 2025
Fri, Jun 27 – Sun, Jun 29 — Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center — Check website for pricing — The premier event for overlanding enthusiasts featuring expert classes and a comprehensive trade show.
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Barenaked Ladies Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience hits from the beloved Barenaked Ladies in a lively outdoor setting.
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Beertown Comedy Open Mic Night
6:30-9 p.m. — Silver Moon Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter at this popular open mic event for locals.
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Postmodern Jukebox Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Tower Theatre — $54 - $74 — Experience a retro revival with performers from the popular YouTube channel in vintage attire.
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Lake Street Dive Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Hayden Homes Amphitheater — Tickets available — Celebrate joy and togetherness with Lake Street Dive's eclectic musical fusion.
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Christmas in July with Central Oregon Holiday Toy Drive Santa
Central Oregon Holiday Toy Drive has taken over for the Toys for Tots which has suspended operations in Central Oregon and Marines from MCL 1308 with support from Summit Health are taking over with our Santa on the 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st of July and 7 of August every Thursday at 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm BRING A TOY PLEASE its needed
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Christmas in July with Central Oregon Holiday Toy Drive Santa
Central Oregon Holiday Toy Drive has taken over for the Toys for Tots which has suspended operations in Central Oregon and Marines from MCL 1308 with support from Summit Health are taking over with our Santa on the 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st of July and 7 of August every Thursday at 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm BRING A TOY PLEASE its needed
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Munch & Music Concert Series
5:30-9 p.m. — Drake Park — Free entry — Celebrate the 34th season with live music, food vendors, and family fun in Central Oregon.
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