Listen "Hot and Smoky Bend Weekend Filled with Art, Airshows, and Comedy"
Episode Synopsis
Good morning, this is your Bend Local Frequency for Saturday, August 23, 2025.We definitely woke up to a scorcher today, with the official heat wave continuing in Central Oregon. This is our third straight day above 90 degrees, and the heat is set to stick around into next week. The air is smoky, too, with lingering haze from the Flat Fire burning to the southwest. With an Air Quality Alert for all tri counties, it’s smart to keep outdoor activities to early morning hours and hydrate whenever you’re out and about. There’s a small chance for a pop-up shower Sunday, but for today, expect it hot and smoky, so plan accordingly.Bend is bustling with events all through the weekend, and there’s something for everyone. Over at Riverbend Park, the Art in the High Desert festival runs through Sunday, bringing together top-tier artists from the Pacific Northwest. You’ll find handmade ceramics, paintings, sculpture, jewelry, photography, and more, each crafted by the artists themselves. Locals and visitors alike have made this a must-see for anyone who loves creativity, so stroll through and discover a piece of art that speaks to you.If you’re looking to get your adrenaline pumping, the skies above Madras are thundering with the 25th Annual Airshow of the Cascades. Running from 9 a.m. till 4 p.m., you’ll catch the Patriots Jet Team, the first performance by a jet team in Central Oregon in more than four decades. Warbirds, wing walking, motorcycle stunts, a Les Schwab car show, two stages of live music, food trucks, beer, and spirits are all part of the celebration. Veterans and kids under five get in free, and the doors are open at Madras Municipal Airport until the show wraps with fireworks tonight. The popular Erickson Aircraft Collection only opens up for the airshow, so bring the whole family and make memories on the flight line.Now, for live music fans, Jamaican legend Yellowman teams up with Souljers Rising at Volcanic Theatre Pub tonight at 8. If reggae rhythms are your thing, grab a ticket and head out to Bend’s cozy black-box venue for great vibes, local brews, and community. Comedy is also strong tonight, with rising superstar Matt Rife headlining Hayden Homes Amphitheater at 7:30 p.m. There are still tickets left, but they’re going fast. Matt’s blend of quick-witted stand-up always packs the house, so expect a lively crowd and plenty of laughs.While we celebrate the best of Bend, a quick update on local news: Bend Police are investigating a stolen 2022 Subaru Outback found submerged near Riverbend Park early yesterday morning. No one was injured, but it’s a reminder to stay sharp and report any suspicious activity. The investigation is ongoing.Finally, in case you missed it, Source Weekly published this year’s Best of Central Oregon winners. From favorite eateries, places to hike, live music spots, and top shops, it’s a good time to check out who’s making waves locally and maybe discover a new favorite.With temperatures soaring and events everywhere, remember to take care in the heat and smoke. There’s a wealth of local color on display today—fine art by the river, soaring acrobatics in Madras, music and laughter downtown, and our community coming together to make Bend better every day.This has been Bend Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
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