Monthly Archives: March 2010

Easter egg hunts

Posted on March 30, 2010 by Jon

Easter’s just around the corner, and that means Easter egg hunts for kids is going to be the big activity this weekend. There are a number of community hunts available for the kids, and fortunately someone has rounded a bunch … Continue reading →

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Terrebonne Depot Brew Master’s Dinner

Posted on March 28, 2010 by Jon

Back from spring break—since Friday, actually (yes, we actually went out of town)—and found this backlogged in my email from a few days before we left. Sounds pretty cool, and taking place out at the Terrebonne Depot. Join us for … Continue reading →

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Spring break

Posted on March 22, 2010 by Jon

Since spring break is in full swing, I’m taking most of the week to take a "spring break" from the blogging and recharging a bit. I’ll probably still be online a bit (can’t shake that habit for long, you know), … Continue reading →

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Amalia’s Mexican restaurant and distillery

Posted on March 18, 2010 by Jon

A bit of interesting downtown restaurant news from the Bulletin today: a new Mexican restaurant, Amalia’s, is taking over the old Ciao Mambo spot and opening up next Friday (the 26th). But the interesting part is the booze: Amalia’s also … Continue reading →

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St. Patrick’s Pub Hoppers guide

Posted on March 17, 2010 by Jon

It’s that time again—St. Patrick’s Day! Although it’s a Wednesday this year, that shouldn’t stop you from having a good time, so here’s my "official" pub-hopping guide for the holiday. As always, it’s not definitive, but a list of the … Continue reading →

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St. Patrick’s Day Feast at The Jackalope

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Jon

The Jackalope Grill is having a St. Patrick’s Day Feast tomorrow: We are offering our Dublin salad, braised beef brisket and Grandma Collins Chocolate Cake with fresh berries and clotted cream for $22.00. Corkage fee for this event will be … Continue reading →

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Renegade Rollergirls, March 20th

Posted on March 15, 2010 by Jon

Coming up this Saturday the 20th is the next Renegade Rollergirls bout; the press release came today. Here are the details: WHAT: March 20th, 2010 Will host another no holds-barred roller derby bout in Bend! Oregon Renegade Roller Derby; Bend’s … Continue reading →

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Press Release: Whitewater Slalom Kayak Race

Posted on March 13, 2010 by Jon

Whitewater Slalom kayak race in Bend is a unique opportunity for both competitors and spectators 2nd Annual Riverhouse Rendezvous Slalom No. 2 will take place March 28, 2010 at 10 a.m. in the Deschutes River behind the Riverhouse Convention Center … Continue reading →

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MS Walk registration and beer

Posted on March 13, 2010 by Jon

The MS Walk is coming up in Bend next month (April 17th at the Les Schwab Amphitheater), and registrations for it are coming up later this month. Last year I blogged about their registration efforts at Deschutes Brewery, and this … Continue reading →

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New BendFilm series

Posted on March 9, 2010 by Jon

If you’ve ever wanted to participate in BendFilm but just didn’t have the time or money (or whatever) to attend the annual local film festival, they’re kicking off a new monthly series at McMenamins Old St. Francis School that will … Continue reading →

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Press Release: Free Document Shredding Event & Food Drive Set for Saturday, March 20

Posted on March 8, 2010 by Jon

The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office and Data Delete of Oregon are collaborating March 20, to provide residents the opportunity to safely destroy personal documents and learn identity theft prevention tips. At the event, the Sheriff’s Office will also have a … Continue reading →

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RIP KOHD

Posted on March 6, 2010 by Jon

As of yesterday, KOHD news is no more. The first story I saw about it was this one Thursday evening, twittered by KTVZ’s Nina Mehlhaf. Employees at the ABC affiliate were informed this morning [Thursday] that the station will become … Continue reading →

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First Friday

Posted on March 5, 2010 by Jon

It’s the first Friday of March, so downtown Bend, the Old Mill District, and Northwest Crossing are hosting their monthly First Friday Art Walk. Art galleries and businesses will be open from 5 until 9pm (or later), many offering music … Continue reading →

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Press Release: 2010 High Desert BMX racing season begins

Posted on March 4, 2010 by Jon

Season runs from March 20th through October The High Desert BMX is a local non-profit organization located in Bend, Oregon at Big Sky Park. BMX racing is an all age family oriented sport that competes on local, state, and national … Continue reading →

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Silver Moon’s March calendar

Posted on March 2, 2010 by Jon

Silver Moon kicks off their March music calendar with tonight’s non-musical show: the Volcanic Theatre presentation of David Mamet’s "Bobby Gould in Hell", a one-act play. The doors open for that show at 7pm tonight, and unless you pre-bought tickets … Continue reading →

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