Hard to believe but July is already here tomorrow and that hits on First Friday—which should be a great way to kick off the holiday weekend (especially with the great weather we’ve been having). First Friday is, of course, the monthly art-music-wine event Downtown and in the Old Mill with galleries (and other venues) open late showcasing special art exhibits, and offering (in many places) live music and free refreshments (very often wine). Downtown Bend’s … Continue reading →
Today’s Bulletin reported on the closure of downtown’s Pita Pit restaurant; however unlike many closures of late, this one isn’t necessarily due to poor business. Rather, it seems there is a dispute between the business and the landlord. According to the notice, the landlord, Beck Bakery Building LLC, terminated the lease of Pita Pit of Central Oregon LLC. Anyone who enters the business at 806 N.W. Brooks Alley without the landlord’s consent is trespassing, according … Continue reading →
I noticed the big sign on Greenwood advertising “City Thrift,” a new thrift store that will be opening sometime soon (the corner of Greenwood and 2nd, in the building with the (former?) dance studio). Looking at the website it turns out to be the retail store for City Care, which is: City Care exists to help provide sustainable housing, financial assistance and friendship to our city’s underprivileged. We do this by offering rent and utility … Continue reading →
Since today was the first official day of summer, it was time to dust off the annual Free Summer Activity Guide: a summertime guide to all sorts of free or cheap activities to be found in Bend and Central Oregon. As always, the list isn’t complete nor set in stone, so if there are any things that I’ve missed, let me know and I’ll update it.
This weekend the annual Bite of Bend is taking over Downtown Bend, offering up two days of food, beer, wine, music, and more. It’s taking place Saturday the 25th and Sunday the 26th, from 11am to 10pm and 11am to 7pm respectively. The Sterling Savings Bank Bite of Bend is Central Oregon’s largest, most exciting and fastest-growing charity event and festival. This event is free to the public and includes activities for the whole family such … Continue reading →
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