You know, I got nothin’. So, just some meta-pointers. Check out the calendar periodically to see what’s happening. It’s not definitive, but I try to keep it up-to-date with interesting events (and free or good-deal ones too). Also, the contact form is there in case anyone wants to submit anything—links, … Continue reading
Looking back at the previous couple of Augusts here on the blog. In 2006: The Source got with the times and added blogs to their site August is the month of the Bend Brew Fest I mentioned the Cascade Festival of Music (which retired this year) The golf nets at … Continue reading
This is the press release treatment for what’s on display at Thump this month. Local Bend Firefighter Showcases Photography in August Exhibition at Thump Coffee. Michael J. Caligure, a full-time Bend firefighter since 1982, exhibits images of professional Bend Fire & Rescue firefighters during training and local emergencies in his … Continue reading
The Deschutes County Fair is in full swing right now (July 30th through August 3rd), and today (Friday) is free admission day until 3 pm if you have the coupon from the Bulletin. (The coupon is good for one admission.) The coupon first appeared in the Fair Guidebook from the … Continue reading
The August COWPU meeting is taking place tonight, the 1st, but it’s not the usual type of meeting: Topic: Take Me Out to the Ball Game Location: Vince Genna Stadium Don’t miss out!! Enjoy a laid back evening at the ball park with the COWPU crew (and maybe some of … Continue reading
There is a new transit shuttle route being offered by the Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council between Bend and La Pine that goes into effect this Monday the 4th. Here’s some text from the email I received: Beginning Monday, August 4, the Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC) will begin offering a … Continue reading
Posted on the Blacksmith’s blog today, their Wednesday beer tasting lineup: IPAs. If any style embodies the "West Coast", it’s the hoppy India Pale Ale. For our final Beer Tasting this month we will focus on India Pale Ales or IPAs. Please join us to sample 5 great beers. Mikkeller … Continue reading
No, I’m not being politically incorrect, and yes, it’s a first for this blog. Read the following press release to find out more. Event: That’s So Gay -Bend’s Premier Queer Night Who’s Performing: The Obsessors – Female-fronted punk rock band from San Jose, CA: http://www.theobsessors.com The Uglies – Three piece … Continue reading
I’m really late posting this "Last year" theme this month… totally spaced it earlier. But it’s good blog fodder and I like the retrospective aspect. So, let’s see… In 2006: Pet Parade photos Pointed to Munch N Music (which starts in July) I wrote about the Bond Street Barber Shop … Continue reading
There’s a "pre-fest party" for the 4 Peaks Music Festival tomorrow (Thursday) night at the Astro Lounge; here is the email I received: Join 4 Peaks at the Astro Lounge this Thursday, July 24 from 8pm – 11pm for a taste of what’s to come this weekend: Meet and greet … Continue reading