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When Jon Penneman’s two daughters started choosing their own books, he wondered why there wasn’t a simple way to access useful content information. That question eventually led him to create “BookLooky.” “BookLooky” is a free tool that allows parents and readers to scan a book cover with their phone, search for a title online or […]

Originally established in Portland 30 years ago, Post 58 is bringing its outdoor adventure and mentorship programs to Central Oregon. Local educator Todd LaFrenz is leading the effort as director to connect teens with the outdoors while building confidence, resilience, leadership skills and a sense of belonging. Post 58 supports teen mental health by pairing […]

The Children’s Museum of Central Oregon announced two major milestones in its journey toward opening Central Oregon’s first children’s museum. First, the organization has secured a nearly 8,000-square-foot building in Bend’s Central District and will begin its transformation into a year-round destination. Second, with a new home comes a bold new name—Ruckus: A Children’s Science […]

Have you ever wondered what your pets are doing after you go to sleep? In this new children’s book, “Doug & Gary Adventures: Midnight Snack Attack,” Doug and Gary prove that nighttime is when the real adventures begin. Doug and Gary are author, Becca Seago’s real cats, and this story is based on a very real […]

To help raise funds for the nonprofit, Family Access Network, Pine Mtn. Sports is donating a new bicycle through their annual community raffle. The lucky winner will choose any single, available bike from Trek, Cervelo or Santa Cruz in the size of their choice, valued at up to $7,000. Participants can buy multiple tickets with […]

Local favorite, Bend Summer Festival, is kicking off the 2026 season with a fresh new schedule and a new title sponsor. The 2026 Hixon Mortgage Bend Summer Festival returns to downtown Bend May 29–31 marking the event’s first-ever move to late May. The new dates set the scene for ideal early-summer weather which will better support […]

Mt. Bachelor, known for being one of the hottest winter ski and snowboard destinations in Oregon, will soon be in the lodging business. Come summertime the mountain transforms from snow to dirt creating an adventure lover’s playground. Visitors can glide through the sky on the Northwest’s fastest zipline, enjoy views from a chairlift ride up […]

Located at the junction of 27th Street and Wilderness Way in east Bend, the new central library is in its final phase of construction and scheduled to open this May. To prepare for the move, the downtown branch will close in April and remain closed for one year while renovations are completed. Featuring three floors, […]

Jordan and Jacob Bailey are on a mission to build skills and confidence in Central Oregon youth, one sport at a time. Since 2021, they’ve owned the Central Oregon Gymnastics Academy. In addition, “Jacob runs action sports camps at all the local skate parks through Parks and Rec,” Jordan says. “He has done so for […]

It’s always exciting to hear of a local author publishing a children’s book, and this occasion is no exception. The brainchild of Bend resident and university professor, Ed Jackiewicz, and recent Bend High graduate, Maris Findling, “Smooch the Super Pooch” is a touching story about the adoption of a dog from a local animal shelter.  […]