Community Expo at the Bend Venture unConference

Do you help operate a “grass roots” or non-profit organization for technology oriented folks in Central Oregon? If so your group is invited to participate as an Exhibitor (for free) in the Community Expo area at the 2013 Bend Venture unConference on October 17, 2-5pm! Qualified groups include technical usergroups, … Continue reading

Hollinshead Community Garden Open House

How does your Central Oregon garden grow? The Central Oregon Master Gardener™ Association invites you to a day of garden fun, tours, and mini-classes on growing and harvesting in our area, at the Hollinshead Community Garden (1237 NE Jones Road, Bend). The event is planned for Saturday, September 7, 10am-2pm and … Continue reading

Summit High School Rib Feed

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

It’s a Dog Run!

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

“In The High Country” screening – Northwest film premiere

Rebound Physical Therapy is hosting a special film premiere of Joel Wolpert’s “In The High Country,” on Tuesday, August 6th at 7:30pm outdoors at Rebound’s West Side Clinic located at 1160 SW Simpson. The film captures the life of mountain runner and free-soloist Anton Krupicka “In the High Country” of … Continue reading

Ah, summertime

Apologies for the lack of regular updates lately! July has been one of those crazy summer months with so much stuff going on that I’m hard-pressed to keep up with everything. Hopefully everyone has been out enjoying the summer as well! What’s been your favorite activity or event so far … Continue reading

Get Naked In Bend

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

Volunteer at the Deschutes Dash!

Deschutes Dash weekend is coming soon! The organizer, Lay It Out Events (LIOE), is looking for volunteers to help with late registration and packet pick up on July 10, 11 & 12 and during the race weekend on July 13 & 14. To see a list of volunteer positions & description … Continue reading

Blacksmith Restaurant has a new owner

When I was downtown yesterday I saw a banner on the Blacksmith building, stating that they are closed for renovations. Tonight I checked their website and found the following post on their blog: We are excited to announce, that as of Friday February 1, 2013, The Blacksmith is under NEW … Continue reading