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March
27

Bend is often defined by its landscapes—mountains, rivers, and trails—but just beneath that surface is something equally compelling: a community that values stories, reflection, and shared cultural experiences. This April, a series of events invites us to slow down, listen, and engage with the deeper narratives that shape who we are.

A Story That Still Echoes

One of the most powerful events this month takes place on April 7 at SHARC in Sunriver. In My Father's Story: WWII Japanese American Internment Camps, Yukiko Flennaugh shares the lived experience of her father, John Nakada, who was just eleven years old when he and his family were forced from their home and incarcerated during World War II.

March
27

Is Now a Good Time to Buy or Sell in Bend, Oregon?

If you're asking whether now is a good time to buy or sell in Bend, you're asking the right question. But you need a direct answer—not a generic one. The Bend market in 2026 is not "hot," and it's not "down." Rather, it's selective.

Homes are selling every week. Buyers are still purchasing. But the days of automatic outcomes are behind us. Today, results depend on decisions.


What the Bend Market Looks Like Right Now

The shift is straightforward:

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