Good morning, Bend.

The Eastern Cascades Model Railroad Club held its 28th annual open house on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 21520 Modoc Lane in Bend, offering indoor displays, miniature train rides and outdoor layouts with free admission.

Brightside Animal Center invites locals to view rescued puppies after the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office saved them from neglect last month, and the shelter will host Brighter Futures Benefit Night at Juniper Golf Course on September 19th – tickets cost $40.

The Downtown Bend Library will host a Community Conversations event on September 10 — it will discuss the benefits of degrees, trades and practical career paths with neighbors, with registration required and a light supper provided; the event runs from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

On September 7, Central Oregon saw heavy lightning, strong winds, and rain but wildfire risk stayed high because grass, brush, and timber remained very dry.

Fire officials responded to 76 incidents this month and enforced Stage 1 fire restrictions—helping protect local communities.

Bend Police are now using Live911 — a new software that streams 911 calls live to officers so they can get to emergencies faster.

The system, used by about 200 agencies, helped save a life during a domestic dispute and gives officers real-time details about ongoing incidents.

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

Kindred Craft Event

5-8 p.m. — UPP Liquids — Free entry — Celebrate community with local brewers, live music, and free food and drinks.

2025 Oregon Festival of Cars

Sept 12-14 — Deschutes Historical Museum — $15-$75 — Celebrate car culture with a weekend showcasing sports and enthusiast cars in a relaxed atmosphere.

PorchFest

3-9 p.m. — Discovery Corner Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit with live local music and food at this family-friendly festival.

Sunday Morning Worship

10 a.m. — Boys and Girls Club — Free entry — Engage in worship and Bible study in the heart of Bend.

IN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild at Drake Park

4-10 p.m. — Drake Park — Bring your own picnic and enjoy the enchanting sounds of live classical music amidst nature.

AIA Bend Thirsty Third Thursday Networking

4-6 p.m. — McMenamins Old St. Francis School — Free first drink for registered attendees — Connect with local design and construction professionals in a lively atmosphere.

Bend Oktoberfest

2-9 p.m. — Deschutes Historical Museum — Free entry — Celebrate with craft beer, wiener dog races, and live music at this Bavarian bash.

Commemorating International Peace Day - A Bahá'i Perspective

The Baháʼí Faith considers world peace to be not only possible but inevitable, a future stage in humanity's development. Retired Bend attorney, Jim Slothower, will share the Bahá'i vision of how world peace will be attained and how each of us can play a meaningful role in bringing it about.

OMEP Ready or Not! Business Simulation Game

9 a.m.–2 p.m. — Wille Hall — Registration required — Experience a dynamic business simulation tailored for current and future leaders in manufacturing.

Drake Park Yoga Session

12-1 a.m. — Drake Park — Donation based — Enjoy a slow flow yoga class in the heart of nature, connecting with yourself and the community.