Bend Christmas Parade

I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention the Bend Christmas Parade, one of my favorite Bend traditions and holiday events I look forward to. And no, it’s not too early to mention it—it’s less than a month away already! Saturday, December 8 is the day, and noon is when it … Continue reading

Keeping chickens in the city limits

My curiosity was piqued by this post from Metroblogging Portland (which indicates that Portland residents can have up to 3 chickens within the city limits) to dig around the Bend City Code and see if chickens are allowed here, too. Turns out, they are: the relevant bits are in the … Continue reading

Cascade Lakes Highway closed for the season

Just a quick note to observe that today at noon the Cascade Lakes Highway (Road 46) is being closed for the winter. The road closures will be at the Deschutes Bridge gate and at the gate near the entrance to Mt. Bachelor, and signs will be posted. No snow yet, … Continue reading

Old Mill Harvest Opening

The Old Mill District is hosting a Harvest Opening, tomorrow, November 8th. Sounds like a good deal—free food and drink, among other things. Please Join Us for A Harvest Opening November 8th from 4-7pm. Complimentary wine, beer and appetizers served at five pavilions located in The Old Mill District. Celebrated local … Continue reading

Central Oregon Inventors Group

Scott says, The Central Oregon Inventor’s Group will be meeting November 12th, from 6pm to 8pm, at the Central Oregon Environmental Center. Our speaker will be Patrick Kruse, the Owner of Ruff Wear. Ruff Wear is the leading manufacturer of gear For Dogs On The Go®. Location: Central Oregon Environmental … Continue reading

Press Release: Young Professionals Network on Nov. 14

I haven’t attended any of these functions, though Shannon has encouraged me to do so in the past. Maybe sometime… Get involved with the Fastest Growing Segment of Bend’s Economy: Young Professionals! Next Event: Wednesday, November 14, 2007 at Renaissance Homes, 61175 SW Princeton Loop, from 5:30-7:30pm, where we will … Continue reading

Outdoor burning season

I got an email today wondering about all the smoke in the air, which I noticed today as well. Perhaps you’ve noticed it; the air is blue in some places. It’s because the outdoor burning season started on the 1st (Thursday)—KTVZ has an article on it—and it lasts for 20 … Continue reading

The Nature of Words – going on now

With the Nature of Words kicking into full swing today, I was wondering if any readers of the blog attending any of today’s events: tonight’s was authors readings and signing at the Tower Theatre. What did you think? It’s one of those things I’d like to attend (perhaps a workshop … Continue reading

Free glowsticks and other Halloween tips

With Halloween tomorrow, I thought I’d pass on that the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is giving away free glowsticks for kids’ safety on Halloween night. The four offices you can get glowsticks are: The main office in Bend, 63333 West Highway 20 The Sisters substation, 703 North Larch The La … Continue reading