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
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
Events coming up in November for Thump Coffee. First Friday Art Walk: Friday, November 2 (and continuing throughout November) Click through for full list of events ART: Mark Bernahl’s “Altered Books” and Artists Local 101’s “Altered Stations” Local artist Mark Bernahl displays his “Altered Books” this month. “I started sculpting … Continue reading
While I’m on the topic of Halloween parties, I should note that JC’s is also having theirs tomorrow (the 27th). Wear your costumes—there will be prizes awarded for the best. The DJ is starting around 8:30pm, and there’s no cover charge. Seems like Saturday is the night for the Halloween … Continue reading
McMenamins is hosting a free Halloween party tomorrow night (the 27th): Dress up in costume and head to our place for a party like you read about. Get down, get funky, get loose to the latest DJ’ed hits while you enjoy McMenamins handcrafted ales, wines and spirits. But try not … Continue reading
My wife pointed out the ad in the latest Source: Between the Covers, "Bend’s newest neighborhood bookstore." It’s located in the historic Delaware Annex building (which also has a little-known vacation apartment space, according to Bend Living) at 645 NW Delaware—the corner of Delaware and Bond. So far I only … Continue reading
I’d be remiss after blogging yesterday about Halloween Headquarters if I didn’t mention another place that has a ton of costumes and Halloween accessories: brace yourself—the Pretty Pussycat. Yes, that Pretty Pussycat, the adult store on 3rd Street next to the old Highway 97 gas station. I stopped in there … Continue reading
I blogged about Halloween Headquarters last year, but this year they’re in a new (permanent?) location: 1034 NE 11th Street, on Greenwood near the base of Pilot Butte. (The old Pilot Butte Event Center.) They have a pretty expansive selection of costumes and accessories, the largest you’ll find in town, … Continue reading
You can read the general introduction to this series here. Why the Eastside Rocks #13: Eclectic Eats No, the Eastside might not have the fanciest restaurants in town, but there’s certainly no lack of interesting food (and experiences) to be found. Here are some prime examples: Texas Doughnuts These monsters … Continue reading
Did you know you can take just about any sealable container into Deschutes Brewery and they’ll fill it up for you to go? I just found out about this recently, and got some beer today. It’s essentially like getting a growler—the half-gallon glass jugs that they’ll fill up for you … Continue reading