Yearly Archives: 2010

What to do for New Year’s

Looking for things to do this Friday night? There are of course a number of New Year’s Eve options around the area (updated, below): McMenamins Old St. Francis School is featuring live music and special overnight packages (which look to be sold out). Starting at 9pm, the Moon Mountain Ramblers will be playing in the Theater for $10, and in Father Luke’s Room, Jukebot! will be performing for free. Silver Moon Brewing is having their … Continue reading →

Christmas Tree Recycling

We took our tree down yesterday, so I was happy to see the news (from several sources) that the Boy Scouts are picking up Christmas trees to be recycled again this year. All they ask is a donation of $5 or more; the money goes towards troop activities. If you received a flyer you don’t have to do anything but kick the tree (stripped of decorations & lights) to the curb by 9am on one … Continue reading →

Hood to Coast documentary showing in Bend

BendFilm will be screening a documentary about the Hood to Coast relay on January 11 (1/11/11) at the Regal Cinema in the Old Mill. Here’s the scoop from their Hood to Coast Fathom Event on Facebook: Please join BendFilm at a special screening of a very cool documentary, Hood To Coast. A feature length documentary that captures the spirit of the runner like it’s never been seen before. Following four teams on their epic journey … Continue reading →

Produce Patch changes

Today the Bulletin reports that The Produce Patch (that little produce and grocery store on 2nd Street, across from the School Bus lot) is closing. The owner cites the economy as the reason for the closure. Personally I really like The Produce Patch. Not all of the produce is local but they sure carried a nice variety. Everything was well marked and the staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. AND… they had a great spice … Continue reading →

Allyson’s Kitchen is closing

Allyson’s Kitchen in the Old Mill District is closing this week; they just posted the release on their site and Facebook today. Allyson’s Kitchen will be closing its Bend store location as of the end of business on Friday, December 31, citing repercussions from the recession and debt from the original owners as the main reasons for the closure. The store’s flagship location in Ashland, Oregon will remain open, and gift card holders can redeem … Continue reading →