Master Gardeners Bulb Sale and Class

Every year the Central Oregon Master Gardeners Association sells flower bulbs. Most of the sales are by pre-order, but this year they have some extras. Spring Bulb Sale Where: Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Avenue (Bend) When: Saturday, October 22nd, 10:30am to noon. They recommend arriving early for the best … Continue reading

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 year. It is with sadness & great relief; we have … Continue reading

Brewfest – tips from behind the scenes

Last night (Friday) I volunteered at the Bend Brewfest. I had no idea what I would be doing – selling tokens, picking up litter, or what. I don’t have an OLCC servers license so I didn’t think I’d be pouring beer. BUT – when I checked in, after signing a … Continue reading

Camp Catalyst

This looks like it could be a fun “girls weekend out” or mother-daughter event! Camp Catalyst, featuring local and global women leaders in the Arts, Yoga, Environmental and Activism Communities, will be held August 20th-21st at Caldera Arts Center outside of Sisters. The event will include speakers and activities such … Continue reading

This weekend’s Halloween happenings

Halloween is on Sunday this year, which translates to a weekend full of Halloween events leading up to the day itself. There’s no shortage of things to do, and if you know of more things going on, leave a comment or let me know and I’ll update this post. Amalia’s … Continue reading

World Hoop Day

One of the best things about living in Bend is all the wonderful opportunities to act like a kid again. World Hoop Day, this Sunday, is one of the “funnest”… SUNDAY 2-4 at Harmon Park is WORLD HOOP DAY! A non-profit event to help underprivelidged children around the world.  This … Continue reading

High Desert Dash happening Saturday September 25th

The High Desert Dash benefitting the Family Access Network is happening September 25. They are still looking for teams and volunteers. Quick stats about the race from their website: 5 runners per team (co-ed is fine!) Race is 33 miles long 10 legs (2 legs per runner) with legs ranging … Continue reading

Weekend Happenings (9/3/10)

Big holiday weekend, this first one of September. In addition to the events highlighted below, check out the calendars at Visit Bend and The Source to round out your weekend. Friday The Farmers Market is at their Friday location at the St. Charles Hospital parking lot from 2 until 6pm. … Continue reading

Weekend Happenings (8/20/10)

All the stuff this weekend is mostly happening on Friday and Saturday. Friday The Farmers Market at the St. Charles Hospital parking lot runs from 2 to 6pm. The Bend Brewfest kicks off at 4pm and lasts until 11pm. Munch and Movies kicks off at 6pm, with the movie “Monsters … Continue reading

Weekend Happenings (8/13/10)

It’s Friday the 13th today! That usually means (among other things) that Newport Avenue Market offers everything on sale for 13% off. Keep an eye on their Twitter feed and see. In the meantime, here’s what else is going on this weekend: Friday The Bend Farmers Market is at the … Continue reading