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Reducing the Yuletide Waste Stream

Simple solutions for cutting consumption during the holidays
Laurel Brauns

‘Tis the season to shop and eat. But are the holidays a carte blanche for throwing eco-consciousness to the wind? Consuming in the name of celebrating comes at a cost to the environment: According to the Environmental Protection Agency, American household waste increases by more than 25% from Thanksgiving to Christmas, adding an additional 1 […]

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Art and Craft Fairs Galore!

Local artisans offer locally produced goods as the holiday shopping season gets underway
Teafly Peterson

When it comes to shopping local, there’s nothing quite like the holiday art and craft fairs in Central Oregon. It used to be Craft-O was the only big event, and people would come in droves to get special precious items, always happening the second weekend in December at the Old Iron Works. Now, though, the […]

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Shopping Local: Downtown Bend and Beyond

Unique, local gift ideas for the quirky weirdos in your life
Avatar photo Cayla Clark

The holiday season is upon us—time to start stress-eating sugar cookies and compulsively filling/emptying our Amazon.com shopping carts! Forego stress and the fear of generic gift-giving by supporting local businesses. Bend is brimming with local artisans, entrepreneurs and unforgettable experiences. Here are just a few uncommon gift ideas for that special someone, whether they be […]

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The Weekend Warrior Everyman Gifts

2018 Gift Guide, Pt. 2
The Source Staff

He’s the one who holds it all together—the busy career, the next-level holiday decorations… and the big dreams of big gifts for the rest of the family. With all of that on his plate, doesn’t this guy deserve some big gifts of his own this holiday season? Whether he’s thinking of dabbling in a new […]

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Stylish Mom Gifts

2018 Gift Guide, Pt. 2
The Source Staff

With so much on her plate, this stylish lady deserves a little extra appreciation at the holidays. While raising the kids, being supportive of her husband and all of his wacky ideas, and acting as the level-headed voice of reason when things (inevitably) go astray, she handles it all with grace and patience. Here are […]

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Sophisticated Couple Gifts

2018 Gift Guide, Pt. 2
The Source Staff

You know the couple. The busy, upwardly mobile professionals with impeccable style and an air of savoir faire. The challenge of buying a gift for people who seem to have everything can be daunting, but never fear! We’ve got you covered with gift ideas to help them further elevate their sanctuary and provide an escape […]

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Don’t Send the Wrong Flowers this V-Day

Here’s a primer on the language of flowers to help you out
Danielle Meyers

Did you know many flowers represent different emotions, moods and ideas?  This Valentines Day, instead of going for the bigger bouquet, go for the flower that says what you mean.  The history of sending flowers to a loved one on Valentine’s Day is linked to a young priest named Valentine during the third century in […]

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