With the end of 2014 upon us I wanted to wish every one a Happy New Year and safe New Year’s Eve partying tonight, and also “thank you” to everyone who follows and supports Hack Bend! It’s been a busy/crazy year (I wrote a book!) and 2015 will be just … Continue reading
Merry Christmas everyone! It’s been a great and interesting year, between writing a book and the other changes we’ve seen in Bend over the past 12 months. I hope everyone else has had a great year and a great holiday as well. 2015 is just around the corner, and I’m … Continue reading
Going on today—right now in fact—is Central Oregon Locavore‘s annual Holiday Gift Faire, taking place at the Old Stone Church from 10 to 4pm. Here’s the Facebook event for it, and here’s their description (from the newsletter): Central Oregon Locavore Non Profit is proud to present one of Central Oregon’s … Continue reading
The Santa Express is the food and clothing drive held by the Bend Fire Department each year to help those in need during the holiday season. This year, in addition to BFD volunteers, they have help from a local 4H group, Girl Scout Troup 50811, and students from Bend High. The … Continue reading
If you’re not finding yourself at home tomorrow for whatever reason, there are a number of Thanksgiving dinner possibilities you can look into. McMenamins – Thanksgiving Buffet at Old St. Francis This runs from noon until 6pm, and costs $29 for adults, $17 for kids 5-12 and is free for kids 4 … Continue reading
Happy Thanksgiving week! I’ll be posting where you can celebrate the holiday if you’re not spending it at home or with family and friends. Today, Broken Top Bottle Shop is holding their annual Vegan Thanksgiving from 6 to 9pm, featuring four courses plus wine and beer. Communal Seating. Space will … Continue reading
Today from 10am until 4pm the Des Chutes Historical Museum is holding their Annual Chili Feed and Holiday Bazaar Fundraiser—an event that’s been going on every year for over 30 years(!). The chili feed itself runs from 11 until 2:30, provided by Millie’s Chili, and vendors will be on hand selling terrific … Continue reading
Happy Veterans Day! Whether you have today off or not, make sure to give a big “Thank you” to the veteran(s) in your life for their service. And don’t forget the Veterans Day Parade kicks off in downtown Bend at 11am!
Halloween lands on Friday this year, so with the weekend to recover that means there’s no excuse not to hit up one or more of these events, right? Here’s a rundown of the many activities going on (and if you’re looking for trick or treat activities for the kids, click here … Continue reading
It’s that time of year again—Oktoberfest season! Oktoberfest officially runs from September 20 through October 5 this year, and the local events are gearing up accordingly. Here’s a rundown: Eagle Crest’s annual Oktobercrest is taking place this Saturday the 13th, running from 11am until 9pm. There will be “dozens” of … Continue reading