Monthly Archives: April 2009

Cessna is closing after all

Posted on April 29, 2009 by Jon

Just announced this morning on KTVZ.com: Cessna is closing its factory here in Bend. Due to a continued slump in plane sales, Cessna Aircraft Co. announced Wednesday morning that it will shut its factory at the Bend Airport and lay … Continue reading →

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Volcano Vineyards to close… and then re-open

Posted on April 28, 2009 by Jon

From the Volcano Vineyards blog today comes the news that the downtown local winery is closing their tasting room, but with good reason: they plan to open a larger space. We are working on opening a winery facility here in … Continue reading →

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Red Chair IPA and Mirror Mirror release party

Posted on April 27, 2009 by Jon

The names in the title refer, of course, to Deschutes Brewery‘s two latest special-edition beers, and this Wednesday (according to Twitter), the Brewery is hosting the release party for these beers at their pubs. "Festivities" should start around 5pm, and … Continue reading →

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About that swine flu…

Posted on April 27, 2009 by Jon

The swine flu is all over the news these days, and while it hasn’t reached Oregon yet, that hasn’t stopped Deschutes County and BMC from issuing notices and information regarding it. The best defense, of course, is to stay informed. … Continue reading →

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Jackalope Grill wine dinner

Posted on April 25, 2009 by Jon

Sorry for the late posting on this one, it slipped by and I was lame. Press release, last minute but there still may be opportunity for those interested. Jackalope Grill Dinner With St. Innocent Wines Monday, April 27, 6:00pm, with … Continue reading →

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Tidbits

Posted on April 22, 2009 by Jon

Odds and ends that have come across my email that I wanted to blog about. Heather Mezzetta sends in: "Bend Yoga is offering 20% off retail just for donating 2 canned food items at the studio. Donations will support NeighborImpact. … Continue reading →

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Behind the scenes at 10 Barrel Brewing

Posted on April 21, 2009 by Jon

The guys over at 10 Barrel Brewing (formerly Wildfire and primarily served up at JC’s) have a neat idea: behind-the-scenes video. This video is the first in a series that gives a little insight into what we, as a small … Continue reading →

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Upcoming things I’ve twittered

Posted on April 20, 2009 by Jon

Busy lately, but I was able to post some items to the Twitter account. (Re-post, actually, since I was "retweeting" other people’s tweets.) Reproducing here. Tomorrow (April 21st), there is a book release party for the new book, B is … Continue reading →

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Bend Elks calendar

Posted on April 16, 2009 by Jon

Here’s a neat resource for you baseball fans: an enterprising reader has pulled the entire 2009 Bend Elks game schedule into an online calendar here. Carl says, I’m planning on buying season tickets to the Bend Elks this season, and … Continue reading →

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Upcoming music at Silver Moon

Posted on April 14, 2009 by Jon

Silver Moon Brewing is the venue to be for live and local music these days. Tomorrow, April 15th, it’s "Bend’s newest eclectic jam-rock group Broken Down Guitars" will be playing starting at 7pm. Here’s a blurb: With powerhouse lead singer/ … Continue reading →

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Upcoming Yoga Workshop at Bend Yoga

Posted on April 13, 2009 by Jon

Submitted details for a workshop at Bend Yoga in a couple of weeks: What : Yoga for Peak Performance Workshop Athletic performance enhanced by yoga and meditation Cost: $20 When: Saturday, April 25 1:00 – 3:00PM Where: Bend Yoga 155 … Continue reading →

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Westward Oregon! Celebrates Oregon’s 150th Birthday

Posted on April 13, 2009 by Jon

This came in as a press release but it sounds pretty cool. Sesquicentennial fun! Westward Oregon! Celebrates Oregon’s 150th Birthday In May with 1859 Stagecoach Rides, Encampment and Dinner In partnership with the Des Chutes Historical Museum and Bend Parks … Continue reading →

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Dueling Rollergirls

Posted on April 9, 2009 by Jon

I haven’t paid enough attention in the past to see if this has happened before, but this Saturday (the 11th) are two different roller derby bouts—basically both leagues in town have a bout on the same night (different places). Which … Continue reading →

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Tax Day Tea Party

Posted on April 8, 2009 by Jon

This is one of the more unusual events I’ve heard of, but it’s definitely worth blogging about. If you’re unhappy with the way the government has been handling the economy lately (among other things), this might be for you. You’ve … Continue reading →

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Press Release: The United Way Seeks Volunteer Teams for Days of Caring