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Holiday light displays across Bend, new food trucks at the Pine Shed, and another street redesign

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Derek Carlson
December 10, 2024

TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Bend! Here’s a warm cup of happenings to help keep the morning chill at bay.

In today’s Bend Buzz:

  • 🚚 Three more food carts joining the Pine Shed lot

  • 🛣️ Feedback wanted for the Franklin Ave redesign

  • 🎄 Where to find the best holiday lights in Bend

— Derek Carlson

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SNAPSHOTS

🛣️ Franklin Avenue redesign feedback

The city of Bend has unveiled its proposed redesign of Franklin Ave and is looking for feedback from the public. The online open house and feedback form are open through January 5th.

Join parents all over Bend as we wake up at 5:45 AM to wait in the virtual queue to try and grab one of those elusive swim lesson spots. Enrichment options went online yesterday, swimming today, and winter sports leagues tomorrow. Enjoy that extra cup of coffee today - you’ll need it ☕️ 

BUSINESS HAPPENINGS

🚚 Three more food trucks joining the Pine Shed: The soon-to-open food cart pod at the historic Pine Shed has another three dining options joining its ranks. Dinky Dauber, Sopa, and Kookie will all be serving up tasty food to go with the always delightful cocktails from Dogwood. Make sure to follow their IG account for up-to-date info on when they’ll be opening their doors to the public.

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TOGETHER WITH MT. BACHELOR

❄️ Hit the Trails with Mt. Bachelor’s New Nord in 4 Program! ❄️ 

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The lessons are available from January through March and take place on Fridays, Saturdays, or Sundays, so there are plenty of options to fit your schedule.

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Sign up now to grab your slot and get ready to hit the trails this winter.

LOCAL LOWDOWN

Tuesday

🎅 Santa pajama jam party: Dress up your littles in their most festive winter jammies and bring them to Free Spirit Yoga for a day of free play in the ninja gym and a visit from Santa himself. 2 - 7 PM (time depends on the child’s age) 320 SW Powerhouse Dr

❓️Headgames trivia at Crosscut: What better place is there for trivia on a chilly December evening than by the fire at Crosscut Warming Hut? Headgames Trivia will be running the event and keep the questions flowing. 6 PM 566 SW Mill View Way

☃️ Painting with frosty: Class up your home with a little holiday cheer this winter by heading down to Silver Moon Brewing for a snowman paint and sip night. All supplies are provided. 5:30 PM 24 NW Greenwood Ave

🧑‍💼 Free small business counseling: Have a small business and need some help with the nuts and bolts like business planning, marketing, finance, etc? The downtown Bend library is hosting free small business counseling with a SCORE mentor. These sessions are confidential and can get you started on the right path to avoid costly business mistakes down the road. 5:30 PM Downtown Bend Library

Wednesday

🧒 Hello storytime: Start off the day right with a 30-minute storytime for your littlest ones at Roundabout Books. 10:30 AM 900 NW Mt Washington Dr

🍺 Cheers to trivia: Round up your most knowledgeable friends and head over to Prost! for an evening of trivia. 7 PM 40 SW Century Dr

❄️ DIY block printed cards: Want to add a crafty touch to your holiday cards this season? Freak’N Art will show you how to create your own block printing designs. Make sure to send me a card so we can hang it on the wall! 5:15 - 7:30 PM 1265 NW Wall St

🕯️ Yoga by candlelight: Relax and recharge with an evening of yoga by candlelight at the Hanai Center. There will also be live music by Julia Elyana Canales on the violin. 6 - 7 PM 62430 Eagle Rd

🏃‍♀️ Holiday lights & cookie run: Put on your running shoes and show off your cookie decorating skills at the Holiday Lights & Cookie Run at FootZone in downtown Bend. You’ll kick off the evening with a 3-mile run that will take you past some of the best holiday light displays downtown, followed by a Christmas cookie contest back at the store. 5:30 PM 842 NW Wall St

Thursday

🤫 The House of Yes: This is the last weekend to catch a showing of House of Yes, a dark comedy put on by the Cascades Theatrical Company. Grab your tickets now to support the arts in Central Oregon. 7:30 PM 63645 Scenic Drive

🤣 Christmas comedy night: Swing by Craft Kitchen & Brewery for a night of comedy that is sure to get you in the holiday spirit. Tickets are $15 and sold at the door. 7 PM 62988 Layton Ave

🦉 Winter nights at the museum: It is time for week #2 of winter nights at the High Desert Museum. Wander through the new flannel exhibit, take silly selfies at the photo booth, and enjoy our cold, dark winter evenings in style. 4 - 7:30 PM High Desert Museum

🦌 Bend emerging talent holiday social: Put on your favorite ugly sweater for an evening of festival mingling at the emerging talent holiday social. Network, make new friends, and meet up and coming folks in the Bend business scene. 5 - 7 PM Silver Moon Brewing

LIVE MUSIC

Tuesday

Tower Theatre | Central Oregon Youth Orchestra | 7 PM | Tickets
Volcanic Theatre Pub | Strawberry Girls | 8 PM | Tickets
Gregs Grill | Band TBD | 6 PM

Wednesday

Tower Theatre | The Celts | 7:30 PM | Tickets 
Silver Moon Brewing | Matt Axton | 7 P | Tickets
East Bend Library | Ravenson Choir | 1:30 PM
Crosscut Warming Hut | Sidney Joseph | 6 PM
The Commonwealth Pub | Aladinsane | 7 PM
The Capitol | X-Mas in Hell | 6 PM

Thursday

Tower Theatre | Livingston Taylor & Loudon Wainwright III | 7 PM | Tickets
Larkspur Senior Center | Cascade Horizon Band | 2 PM
River’s Place | Skinny Dennis | 6 PM
The Lot | Sidney Joseph | 6 PM
Mountain Burger | Dirk Benson | 5 PM
M&J Tavern | Them-N-J & Rubbah Trio | 6 PM
The Wildwood | Silvertone Devils | 6 PM
Beach Hut Deli | Larkspur Trio | 5 PM
The Cellar | The Ballybogs | 6 PM

HOLIDAY LIGHTS GUIDE

We’re into the thick of December, which means that holiday lights are up at homes and businesses all across Central Oregon. If you haven’t been to downtown Bend lately, make sure to stop by, as the twinkle lights are back after a one-year hiatus.

That isn't the only spot in town to take in impressive light displays. Here are some of the most popular spots where you can see folks trying their best to put a dent in the city’s electrical load, Clark Griswold-style.

THANKS!

Stay warm, and thank you again for reading!

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