Central Oregon is a region rich with artistic talent, and now visitors to the area will be able to browse the work of local creative types in a new 64-page catalogue. Sisters Folk Festival (SFF) recently launched “A Community of Artists,” a new print publication featuring 100 artists who work in a wide variety of […]
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Park Parties
Munch and Music returns for its 26th season
Munch and Music is like that relative you only visit for a few days out of the year, but don’t realize how much you miss until you know they’re gone for a while. The weekly summer event has become a Bend institution in the 26 years it has been going with carefully curated bands, food, […]
Posted inFood & Drink
Drink Around Track Town
Three beer-centric walking tours of Eugene
The Bier Stein, located off Willamette Street about a mile from the U of O campus in Eugene, is a veritable shrine to good beer. Originally opened in somewhat cramped quarters in 2005, the bar/restaurant/bottle shop moved to much larger digs three years ago, expanding to offer thousands of bottles and some of the best […]
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Bend’s War On Roads
Searching for remedies to Bend’s failed fuel tax measure
Much like drivers grip their steering wheels to brace themselves for Bend’s renowned, axle-eating potholes, controversy surrounding a proposed five-cent per gallon fuel tax gripped the local community this past March. Money from Measure 9-105 was to be used exclusively for road repairs and improvements in Bend. Estimated to generate about $2.5 million—it was a […]
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Little Bites 7/16-7/13
Pasta House Bar and Grill The Pasta House Bar and Grill opened its doors in early May on the south side of Bend. Owner Chip Simmons, proprietor of the Pour House, says he felt it was time to share his love of classic Italian fare with his Bend neighbors. “I have always loved pasta and […]
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Slow and Smokey
Cody’s Catering & Cookshack brings BBQ to the Century Center
For Cody Serbus, making tasty BBQ for the ravenous masses is more than just meat, fire, serve. The owner of Cody’s Catering & Cookshack food truck in the Century Center near GoodLife Brewery says, “BBQ is a mix between science and just having that right touch. Believe me, I’ve had my fair share of growing […]
Posted inOpinion
Airbnb Should Share and Share Alike
Bend residents concerned about Airbnb’s effect on the local housing supply and economy should pay close attention to what’s currently happening in San Francisco. In response to a new rule there that would fine Airbnb $1,000 per day for every unregistered listing in the City, the home-sharing behemoth is suing its hometown. The company contends […]
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Picks 7/6-7/13
Thursday 7 Super Diamond TRIBUTE BAND—Neil Diamond is the man. You know this, we know this. So, if you’re feeling the need for some rock-hard Diamond shine, Super Diamond is one of the best tribute bands out there. As part of the Munch and Music free concert series, the combination of good food and free […]
Posted inOutside
Go Here 7/6-7/13
Lavender In Bloom Central Oregon’s high desert environment allows for the cultivation of some of the most beautiful and unique floral life in the world. Budding and seasoned florists can get a dose of that wildlife at Tumalo Lavender Farm. The farm grows the calming, purple flower, which reaches full bloom in mid-July. Visitors can […]
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This Is Your Brain on Drugs
New study shows cannabis may treat Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is set to join epilepsy, cancer, chronic pain, and several other illnesses on the list of medical conditions that cannabis may treat, according to a new study from the Salk Institute. Alzheimer’s is a progressive disease that gradually robs the sufferer of the ability to think and remember things, ending in dementia, social […]
