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 […]
Getting together with the family over the holidays is great—but to keep the good mojo going sometimes you need a little extra help, and board games are often an easy solution to bring everyone together. As with any family gathering there will be different age groups, so finding games for everyone can get tricky (especially […]
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 […]
Don’t feel like cooking for the whole family? Or perhaps you procrastinated and don’t want to face the grocery stores last minute? Here are a few restaurants open and serving dinner on Thanksgiving. If you’re lucky, you may still be able to nab a reservation. Restaurants Open Thanksgiving Day 2018 10 Below | Noon-8pm$52/adults, $19/ages […]
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 […]
Locals and visitors weigh in on what they’re doing for the #OREclipse
Harvard researchers recently “discovered” that 20 minutes outside can wake you up just as much as one cup of coffee. I’m not exactly sure how this study was conducted: Was it as simple as the control group being fed black coffee, and the other group being asked to walk briskly around the campus commons? Then […]
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