Wellness

Living to Serve

Providing Hope and Renewal Through Specialty Surgical Care Article by Sue Baldani Board certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons Dr. Amir Azari, Dr. Mark Schlam, and Dr. Garrett Welch continue a legacy of caring and commitment in the Bend community. Established by Dr. Richard Schock in 1972, this oral surgery practice is the original oral surgery practice in our area of the state. When the founding Dr. Schock retired, his son Dr. Todd Schock dedicated his own extraordinary effort to this...

Arts + Culture

Finding Inspiration Along the Trails

Local Fiber Artist Megan Leedom Discovers Art in the Great Outdoors Article by Lynette Confer | Photography by The Shadow Bear Media In just a few short years, Megan Leedom has transformed from a curious beginner experimenting with macrame to a fiber artist crafting a career out of macrame and weaving. Somewhat of a nomad and an avid long-distance hiker, Leedom’s creations are infused with the organic textures and earthy tones of the outdoors that she loves to explore on foot. The road to a...

Arts + Culture

Local Comedian and Writer Shanan Kelley

Finding Laughter, Love and Meaning Along the Winding Path of Life Article by Lynette Confer | Photography by Cyr Beckley In the heart of our community stands a woman who wears many hats and is a testament to versatility and connection. Shanan Kelley is a comedian, writer, emcee and yoga instructor, among other roles. She brings an authenticity to all she does and her passion for building community clearly drives her work. Balancing these roles is not always easy, but Kelley is dedicated to...

Arts + Culture

Dog Town USA, Beer Town USA and So Much More

Some Favorite Things We Love About Bend Article by Julie E. Furnas It’s no wonder our town attracts tourists from around the world. Not only does Bend offer a plethora of outdoor attractions, it also offers arts and cultural attractions, a vibrant food and drink scene, homegrown products, and a world-class ski resort. Bend Lifestyle decided to take a look at a few things locals love about our hometown.  Dog Friendly Known as “Dog Town USA,” Bend is no doubt one of the most dog...