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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 […]
Nostalgia is incredibly powerful—and when that feeling is captured in a gift, it’s hard to be topped. That’s why exploring through antique shops and second-hand stores can be so fun. Either you find an item that strikes a personal chord, or you manage to stumble across something so cool that you can’t say no. That’s […]
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 […]
The holidays loom just ahead, with tinsel-trimmed trees gleaming ever brighter — a reminder of all the gifts we have yet to procure for our friends and family. Some are easy to shop for — some, not so much. What do you get for the mother who loves to shop, but never seems to be […]
November 16 & 17 Bend Holidays and Happenings Craft Fair Featuring unique items and food vendors. // Friday, 1-6pm & Saturday, 8am-6:30pm. Grace First Lutheran Church November 16 & 17 Christmas Goose Boutique Christmas gifts crafted by local artisans, with all proceeds benefiting cancer patients in Central Oregon. // Friday, 9am-6pm & Saturday, 9am-4pm. St. […]
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 […]
In the first installment of our two-issue guide, the Source shops around town for big and small gifts. In this issue, we highlight gifts that are perfect for keeping your favorite relative or friend busy while staying warm indoors—gifts for the cook, the hibernator and the handyperson.
Gals are different than guys. We hope that is not late-breaking news for you. Yes, Venus, Mars; among other differences. What is relevant right now, though, is that shopping for women is different than shopping for men. Certainly some gender-neutral gifts are fine, like a sub-freezing sleeping bag or bike accessories. In this week’s issue […]
These are the most important women in your life. Don’t skimp. $100 is the entry-level gift for your mom; $100 is the least you can do for your wife; and $100 is a drop in the bucket of what you paid in college tuition for your daughter. While it is a good rule of thumb […]
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