Category Archives: Why the Eastside Rocks

Garage Sale fundraiser for Robotics Team

Bend has a high school robotics team – the High Desert Droids. There are students from three local schools who participate, and the program is operated out of the Mountain View High School science department. Every year they design and … Continue reading

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Cary’s Produce Patch – Going out of business

Last night I received an email from Cary’s Produce Patch. While it’s no surprise that it’s the end of the season for fresh produce (frost on the ground this morning!) I was bummed to learn they won’t be back next … Continue reading

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Half Price Yard Debris Recycling

Since folks are starting to work on their fall yard clean-up, figured this was good info in case you are interested in saving a few bucks when it’s time to get rid of the debris! November 1st through November 13th, … Continue reading

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Liquor Is Quicker…

According to Facebook, Oregon Spirit Distillers are holding a tasting event at East Bend Liquor (2220 NE Hwy 20)… now. Friday, Sept 24, 4-6pm. That’s all the information they have, and I didn’t see anything on their website. If you … Continue reading

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Free tire recycling at Knott Landfill

Free is good, right? Maybe it isn’t very exciting, but here’s your chance to recycle old tires you might have hanging around the garage, at no charge. (Usually there is a fee for tires, but rates aren’t posted on the … Continue reading

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