Good morning, Bend.

Local veterans returned to Redmond after an Honor Flight trip to Washington, D.C. and were warmly greeted Saturday with cheers and honor quilts as community members led them from the airport to Ridgeview High School—recognizing their service.

Bend housing growth has led Bend-La Pine Schools to start an 18-month planning process with FLO Analytics to forecast student enrollment and check if current sites will meet future needs—officials said a report due in about a year will help decide on new schools or boundary adjustments.

On Saturday, about two dozen volunteers joined SOLVE’s first 'Pick It Up Bend!' cleanup in the Old Mill District to pick up litter and remove microtrash—helping protect local wildlife and beautify public spaces.

SOLVE provided cleaning supplies and urged residents to continue keeping shared areas clean.

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

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.

People in Space: A Talk by Astronaut Dick Richards

6-7 p.m. — Downtown Bend Library — Free entry — Explore the human adventure beyond Earth with Bend’s own astronaut and Navy pilot, Dick Richards.

Oktoberfest Celebration at Boneyard Pub

6 p.m. — Boneyard Pub — Beer and food specials — Celebrate the season with live music and craft brews at this annual fest.

Neil Simon's Rumors

2 PM — Cascades Theatrical Co — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughter and chaos in this clever comedy about misunderstandings and gossip among friends.

Broken Compass Bluegrass Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Tower Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the vibrant sounds of contemporary bluegrass with Broken Compass Bluegrass as they blend tradition and innovation.

Ryan Meadow Restoration & Planting Project

1:30-4:30 p.m. — Fred Meyer — Free entry — Participate in planting native species to boost local wildlife habitats while learning about environmental stewardship.

42nd Annual Oregon Rural Health Conference

Conference — Oct 1-3 — Riverhouse Lodge — Registration required — Explore innovative health solutions for rural communities with top experts.

Bend Fall Festival

11 AM - 10 PM — Downtown Bend Business Association — Free entry — Celebrate autumn with live music, delicious food, and artisan vendors in a vibrant community atmosphere.

Oktoberfest Celebration at Bend Brewing Co.

5-8 p.m. — Bend Brewing Company — No cover charge — Celebrate Oktoberfest with great beer, German food, and live music in a festive atmosphere.