If you didn’t get enough parade time yet this year, there’s one more coming up this Friday, December 7. And even if you don’t like parades this might be something to check out anyways. There will be a night-time parade of kayaks in the Deschutes River, through the Old Mill … Continue reading
Did you make it downtown for the Bend Christmas Parade yesterday? I did (of course) and snapped a number of photos (the gallery is at the bottom of this post). I also had the Flip camera so snagged a few minutes of video. Unfortunately we didn’t stay long enough for … Continue reading
Need books? The Friends of the Bend Libraries book sale is this Saturday, 12/1 from 10-4 and Sunday, 12/2 from 1-4!
I mentioned back in my beer news post last week that the Platypus Pub was planning a big Deschutes Brewery night tonight, the 29th. (And I forgot to mention it this week, unfortunately, until now.) Well it’s Thursday the 29th, and the tasting is here, and it’s better than I … Continue reading
Many organizations donate to needy families during the holidays. One such business here in town, Vertex, chooses a family to “adopt” each year, providing a tree, ornaments, and gifts to go under the tree. This year, their family is a bit more special than in previous years. That is because … Continue reading
Here’s a nice way to support local schools, via KTVZ.com… On Friday, Dec. 7, Central Oregon Dutch Bros. stands will be donating $1 from every drink sold to area school districts. Proceeds will be allocated based on the districts where stands are located: • Five stands located in Bend will … Continue reading
Seven new local companies – one vying for title at Global Startup Battle Just before the Thanksgiving holiday, Bend Startup Weekend held its first event gathering more than 100 participants. After hearing several pitches From those, 7 teams formed. One team (H20 Photo Project) has advanced to the Global Startup … Continue reading
With the Thanksgiving weekend (and particularly Black Friday) now behind us, it’s now time to look ahead to the Christmas season! Two of the big kickoff events are this week. (Though for me personally, it really isn’t the “Christmas season” until at least December…) The annual downtown Christmas tree lighting … Continue reading
Looking for some inspiration for healthy gifts for the holidays? Learn how to make healthy food mixes that are quick and easy to make for you and your family to use or decorate for gifts. OSU Extension is offering a Healthy Holiday Mixes public workshop on December 4, 10:00 to 11:30 … Continue reading
Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! I hope the day is full of warmth and family and friendship, and everyone stays safe (particularly if you’re traveling today)! And don’t forget there are alternatives if you don’t (or can’t) make dinner yourself.