Your Bend Oregon Morning Read

Adventuring is Different Now: How To Find a Path Forward When Your Body Changes Please join AdventurUs, SheJumps, and Between Evergreens, for the fourth annual Bend Women’s Speaker Series – “Empowering Women Through Adventure” at Embark Coworking Community. For our final 2026 Speaker Series we welcome back a previous speaker, local triple crown thru-hiker Renee “She-ra” Patrick. In late 2024, Renee was diagnosed with advanced cancer that left her in a wheelchair and unable to carry a backpack due to extensive neck and spine damage. Now in remission and walking again, Renee is exploring how to continue hiking and adventuring in a body that has dramatically changed.

Join Wendy from Freckles Creative Club and make 12 artisan bath bombs. Buy Tickets Artisan Bath Bomb Making Class:  Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll create a full dozen bath bombs! We’ll use skin-loving natural ingredients, pure essential oils, and beautiful dried herbs and flowers for decoration, so every bath bomb looks and smells amazing. Who Can Attend? Adults, Tweens, Teens

High Country Hustle is a bluegrass band from Durango, Colorado, that has shared stages with artists like Kitchen Dwellers, Trout Steak Revival, and Tim O’Brien, High Country Hustle has been recognized by Westword as one of Colorado’s standout bluegrass bands. They play 6-9PM at Silver Moon Brewing 4/28/26. Don’t miss it!

Looking for a laid-back night out? Come join me, your friendly local artist, for some painting and sipping fun! No pressure, just good vibes and a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a total beginner, everyone’s welcome! This event is two hours, and I’ll provide the 11″x14″ canvas, all the supplies you need, and a guided tutorial. Plus, here’s the cherry on top: the first drink is on me! So come hang out, unwind, and let’s get creative together. Trust me, it’s gonna be a blast! 🎨🍷

Whether you have two left feet or are looking to brush up on your moves, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the basic steps and rhythms of salsa dancing in a fun and supportive environment. Get ready to spice up your dance skills and meet new friends along the way. No partner or experience required. Dates: Tuesdays, April 7, 14, 21, 28. Time: 7:30 – 8:30 pm Location: Foundation Health and Fitness 1105 SE Centennial St, Bend, OR 97702 Cost: $15 per class. Classes are drop-in. www.LatinDanceBend.com/classes