BendNights party looking for volunteers

I blogged the other day about the BendNights.com Two Year Spectacular—the big party they’re having at the Les Schwab Amphitheater on September 8th (next week!). Looks like they’re looking for volunteers for it, too, according to this craigslist post: In need of volunteers in all capacities for BendNights.com spectacular at … Continue reading

Why the Eastside Rocks: #5 Diners

You can read the general introduction to this series here. Why the Eastside Rocks #5: Diners This might come as a shock to some, but the fact is that Bend still has cheap places to eat that are unpretentious, casual, and colorful slices of classic Americana. These are the places … Continue reading

September events at Thump

I received the September schedule of events for Thump Coffee today. I’ve been down there a few times the past couple of weeks, and I’m liking it quite a bit. Read the full September schedule First Friday Art Walk, September 7, open til 8 ART: Andrew Wachs This month we’ll … Continue reading

Why the Eastside Rocks: #4 Costco

You can read the general introduction to this series here. Why the Eastside Rocks #4: Costco There’s nothing like bulk goods at warehouse prices… from appliances to office supplies to clothing to food, food, food… anyone who’s serious about saving money has a Costco membership. There’s really no comparison to … Continue reading

3rd Annual Bend Oktoberfest

Reviewing an Oktoberfest beer on my beer blog the other day put me in the Oktoberfest mood, so I had to look up when the Bend version of the festival is this year. The 3rd annual Bend Oktoberfest is a month away, coming up on Saturday, September 29th. It starts … Continue reading

BendNights.com Two Year Spectacular

BendNights.com is two years old, and they’re celebrating with style: It’s time to celebrate BendNights.com’s two year anniversary as Central Oregon’s media leader in nightlife information and event production/promotion. And, we’re doing it big! Clearwire Wireless Broadband presents The BendNights.com Two year Spectacular; a night of music, comedy, drink, and … Continue reading

Why the Eastside Rocks: #3 Best Burgers in Town

You can read the general introduction to this series here. Why the Eastside Rocks #3: The Best Burgers in Town Any way you slice it, most everybody considers the Pilot Butte Drive-In to have the best hamburger in town, hands down. And for those (few) that disagree, they usually point … Continue reading

Giuseppe’s to close and change

This article in today’s Bulletin reveals that long-time (22 years!) downtown restaurant Giuseppe’s is closing September 8th, to be reopened later in the month under the name "Bistro Pow." Pow is short for powder. Both [Peggy] Falcaro and [Mark] May are avid skiers, and aspects of the decor and menu … Continue reading

Rage Films "Enjoy", Sept. 8

Local filmmakers Rage Films has the world premiere of their latest film, "Enjoy", showing at the Tower Theatre on Saturday, September 8th. Be the first to see Rage’s new ski film "Enjoy." Come check it out on Saturday Sept. 8th at the lovely Tower Theater in downtown Bend. Meet the … Continue reading

Why the Eastside Rocks: #2 Juniper Park & Pool

You can read the general introduction to this series here. Why the Eastside Rocks #2: Juniper Park & Pool The 22-acre Juniper Park surrounds the Juniper Swim & Fitness Center, bounded by 5th and 8th streets and nestled in between Irving and Franklin Avenues. The park itself offers a baseball … Continue reading