Do you like ribs? Do you like football? Summit High School has a great fundraiser going on tonight combining the two. The event kicks off at 5:30 at the Century Center. Cost for adults is $25 while kids are $15. Here is what you get for that price: 1. Two … Continue reading
DogPAC presents its third annual 5K Ruff Run/Walk this Saturday, August 17th. This is a really fun 5K open to dogs and their owners and includes a costume contest and raffle. According to their Facebook page, they have some great prizes this year, including items from Waggletops, Leapin’ Lizards, The Hub … Continue reading
Naked Winery started out in Hood River and that tasting room is where I had my first Foreplay experience. The winery recently opened a second tasting room in the Old Mill District so they can Tease us lucky people in Central Oregon. Their grand opening took place July 4th weekend … Continue reading
This Friday the Bend Spay and Neuter Project presents its 4th annual Furball Luau. This is a fundraiser to promote their efforts to end pet homelessness. As serious as their mission is, this event will be nothing but fun! Included in the evening’s festivities are a silent auction with items … Continue reading
Every year Summit High School chooses a “sparrow” from the Sparrow Club to sponsor and raise money for medical bills. This year’s sparrow is familiar to our family so it hits much closer to home. Katie Hinton danced alongside my daughter at Central Oregon School of Ballet for several years … Continue reading
Do you need a little more high school drama in your life? Who doesn’t? Especially when it comes in the form of a play directed by the high school students themselves! Well, you will get your chance two weekends in a row. The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon and Goldilocks on Trial … Continue reading
Want to hear some good music Saturday night? Friends of Music is putting on its fourth annual “For the Love of Music” benefit. Proceeds go to funds for Summit High School’s music department to help with such needs as uniforms, travel expenses, student scholarships, and instruments. What’s on tap for … Continue reading
Many organizations donate to needy families during the holidays. One such business here in town, Vertex, chooses a family to “adopt” each year, providing a tree, ornaments, and gifts to go under the tree. This year, their family is a bit more special than in previous years. That is because … Continue reading
This month Summit High School presents its biennial production which showcases the talent of its choir, band, and drama students. This year they are proud to present Fiddler on the Roof, directed by drama teacher Amanda Peoples. The cast, band, teachers, and parent volunteers have been working diligently the last … Continue reading
I moved to Bend 20 years ago and one of the things I lamented most about leaving a big city was the lack of culture here. As in very few opportunities for music and zero in the way of art and theater. In recent years, however, we have had an … Continue reading