Nothing quite kicks off the holiday season like a hot spiced drink. Sure, it’s easy to pick up a carton at the grocery store, but just remember, specialness is worth it. Eggnog Generally speaking, there are two camps when it comes to this festive holiday drink, but what’s not to enjoy about this creamy, egg-y, […]
Angela Switzer
One of the original members of the Source team, Angela remembers the days of ringing fax machines and crying babies when the newspaper operated out of her home. She loves all things outdoors, especially mountain biking with hubby, trail running and cooking gourmet meals, while camping in her beloved Eurovan. Her partner in crime is a mini Aussie named Kashi. She is a self-taught accounting wizard, loves to read non-fiction books and is the Editor of Bend Nest Parenting Magazine.
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Editor’s Note Winter 2023
We are rounding the corner, headed into the holidays! For many, this is a joyous time of year, but for others, the holidays can be difficult. For our family, this will be a different kind of Christmas without my dear dad, who passed away this year. However, there is much to celebrate this season, as […]
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BendNest Editor’s Note Fall 2023
Passage to Fall These days, perhaps you’re savoring the last sweet sounds of summer, fitting in an overnight to the mountains while anticipating the return of routines and structured learning. As we head into the new season, there’s much to look forward to in Central Oregon. Fall is for locals — trails and parks are […]
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Editors Note Summer 2023
Wild and domestic, it’s baby season in Central Oregon!
What a sight to behold—a line of ducklings trailing proud parents as they navigate the river currents, a bucking kid goat frolicking in the field and a nest of peeping chicks visible from the window. Here, at my house, we also have a new baby! Poppy is a bouncing Aussie/heeler puppy who is melting our […]
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Life’s Important Moments: Paid Leave Oregon Provides Support to Employees
Expecting or adopting a child? Have a family member who needs care? This year, a new program, Paid Leave Oregon, makes things easy for employees to take time off without fear of losing their job. The program provides people who work, own businesses or run organizations in Oregon easy access to paid leave benefits, so […]
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Talented Youth: Central Oregon Symphony Announces Winners of Young Artist Competition
After receiving a record number of submissions from young musicians across the country, the Central Oregon Symphony Association announced the winners of the 2022 annual Young Artist Competition for those 18 and under. First place was awarded to Kenneth Ma, cellist, who received $1250, second place went to Richelle Si, pianist, who received $1000 and […]
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Editor’s Note Spring 2023
Waiting for Spring
In this part of the country, spring takes its sweet time revealing the promising signs of rebirth and renewal. That’s OK, we can wait! It won’t be too long before the brilliant green shoots make their appearance, and we enjoy some extended warmer days. In the meantime, there’s plenty to do to prepare for spring. […]
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A Few of My Favorite Things
Thoroughly Modern Productions takes on “The Sound of Music”
It’s a dreary Wednesday evening in Bend, but inside Open Space Event Studios, a glowing gaggle of children are hustling to their seats. Opening night is fast approaching, and director, David DaCosta, has much to accomplish before tonight’s rehearsal concludes. The actors sit along the cinder brick walls, opening scripts, practicing lines and songs, focused, […]
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You Can’t Catch Me!
Gingerbread Kids
Mmmm… the melding of ginger, molasses and brown sugar instantly evokes warm holiday sensations and childhood memories. This season, schedule some kitchen time with the little ones to share this tradition of baking and decorating gingerbread boys and girls! Kids will love the rich flavor and simple shape: let the imagination run wild with decorating […]
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Editor’s Note
Time to kick off the holiday season!
It’s important to remember that only one year ago, faces were covered, and families were discouraged from gathering. Who knew that sharing time together was such a privilege? Thankfully, that time is behind us, and this year, we are reuniting and hugging. I’m excited to be headed to the coast with extended family soon for […]