If you’re looking for something to do tonight to kick off the weekend, don’t forget tonight is First Friday in Downtown Bend and the Old Mill District: when art galleries and other downtown businesses open their doors late for special receptions and art exhibits, and many have live music and … Continue reading
Tomorrow, March 1st, Lone Pine Coffee Roasters is celebrating their third anniversary and to show their appreciation they are holding a Free Cappuccino Day starting when they open at 7: Free cappuccinos all day long in celebration of our three year anniversary in Tin Pan Alley. Help us serve 300 … Continue reading
The Cascade Winds Symphonic Band has their next free concert coming up on Sunday, March 4th: billed as “An afternoon of Western Music”, the concert will feature music from John Philip Sousa, Ferde Grofe, John Williams, Gustav Holst and more. The concert is taking place at Summit High School starting at … Continue reading
February has been an eventful month for beer in Bend and Central Oregon; new breweries tops the list but there’s been plenty of other beer news as well. The new, upcoming Worthy Brewing Company held their official groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, the 24th, heralding the start of construction on this … Continue reading
Today, if you feel like braving the snow, the High Desert Museum is having their final free day of the year: Free admission to the High Desert Museum, sponsored by Mid Oregon Credit Union, Saturday February 25. The “Free Family Saturday” complimentary admission program supports the educational mission of Mid … Continue reading
Tonight is the night for Ignite Bend 8, taking place at 7 o’clock at the Tower Theatre! There is an incredible speaker lineup and based on how fast tickets went online (sold out in 16 minutes) I think this is going to be the most popular Ignite Bend yet. And … Continue reading
Yesterday I saw this picture on Facebook from What The Bend, showing El Caporal West (downtown) in the process of changing signs—to “Amanda’s”. And then yesterday evening Jeff emailed to say: Heads up that El Caporal on NW Bond (at NW Franklin) changed its exterior sign today to “Amanda’s Mexican” using … Continue reading
Coming up on Saturday, March 3rd, is CASA of Central Oregon‘s Celebration of Hope event, their annual fundraiser to help wipe out child abuse and neglect in Central Oregon. It’s presented by Deschutes Brewery and for only $25 you get an evening of tapas style tastings and beer pairings, wine and … Continue reading
I’m a little bit behind on reporting this, but there’s definitely some excitement I’ve seen over the opening of the new Barrio restaurant on March 1st. Interestingly they’re opening in the former Gatsby’s space (163 NW Minnesota), which answers the questions I’ve been hearing about what’s going on there (sign … Continue reading
So the first question you’re probably asking yourself is, What is Zwickelmania? 2012 President’s Day weekend, dozens of Oregon breweries and brewpubs will open their doors to visitors for the state’s 4th annual Zwickelmania. Zwickelmania, hosted by the Oregon Brewers Guild (OBG), is a free statewide event that offers visitors … Continue reading