National Hot Chocolate Day in Bend
Hello Bend! Winter in Central Oregon is magical and that means it’s time to snuggle up on an outdoor patio or seat warmer with a …
Hello Bend Welcomes Kimberly Hooper
Hello Bend! I am excited to welcome Kimberly Hooper to our team! As I mentioned in the recent blog post announcing our expansion into the …
Ice Skating in Bend, Oregon
Hello Bend! Imagine this picture-perfect scene: you and your family sliding gracefully on a sparkling ice rink holding hands and twirling under the lights on …
Central Oregon Waterfalls
I’m back with another travel guide, and this time it’s a whole compilation of all my favorite MUST-see Central Oregon waterfalls! Whether you are a …
Hello Bend is Expanding into Austin Texas!
Hello Bend! We have BIG news that we are excited to share! We are in the process of expanding the blog, community, and real estate …
Creating Memories at the Smith Rock Pumpkin Patch
Hello Bend! Fall is in the air and that means a family trip to Smith Rock Pumpkin Patch should be on the calendar. As one …
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Just Listed ~ 3113 NE Flagstone Ave
JUST LISTED ~ Stunning Home in the Heart of Mirada! 3113 NE Flagstone Avenue Bend, OR 97701 2,026 SF / 3 Bedroom / 3 Bath …
2021 Recreation Passes: Know Before You Go
Hello Bend! Summer is HERE in full force and it’s time to take advantage of the spectacular outdoors that we are so lucky to have …
Bend Brews: Coffee Shops Edition
Hello Bend! When I moved to Bend, I was half-inspired, half-irritated at the seemingly slow-paced, relaxed vibe that everyone simultaneously seemed to be giving off–especially …
Wag More, Bark Less – Dogs in Bend!
Hello Bend! Can you call yourself a Bendite if you don’t have a dog? We don’t think so either! We’d be lying if we said …
Sprucing Up Your Space for Summer!
Hello Bend! It’s a brand new month! June brings us warmer weather, brighter sunshine, and the scent of summer right around the corner. Planning to …
Summer Farmer’s Markets
Hello Bend! It’s that time again! That warm, sunny time of the year where you find yourself eating fresh, farm-grown strawberries, home baked goods, with …
Taco Tour of Bend, Oregon!
Hello Bend! Someone wise once said to me, “A well-balanced diet is a taco in each hand.” Well this Texas girl couldn’t agree more! I’m …
Just Listed ~ 19540 Oceanspray Way
JUST LISTED Beautifully Remodeled Home in River Canyon Estates! 19540 Oceanspray Way Bend, OR 97702 2,131 SF / 3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath $729,000 Listing …
Soul, Community, Planet – New Redmond Hotel
Soul | Community | Planet Hello Bend! The SCP Hotel in Redmond is Central Oregon’s new, modern, thoughtfully-designed, environmentally-friendly hang out spot to stay, …
Run Bend – Spring Running Event Guide
Hello Bend, Let’s RUN! During this time last year, lots of Bendites were getting their athletic hopes and dreams crushed as races after races kept …
Short Term Rentals in Central Oregon
Hello Bend! Let’s talk about Short Term Rentals in Central Oregon! The City of Bend has distinct guidelines regarding the establishment and use of Short …
Bend Children’s Book GIVEAWAY ~ The Busy Birds Adventures
Hello Bend! I would like to introduce you to one of my ultimate top “Local Favorites” here in Central Oregon. Kristen Riggle is an artist …
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Summer Fun at the Jordan Kent Skill Camps!
Hello Bend! The longer we’ve been in Bend, the more impressed we are with the various opportunities this town provides. One of our favorite discoveries …
Wildlife Safari Adventure
Wildlife Safari Drive Through “Where you are captive, and they roam free” Hello Bend! The Wildlife Safari is a world-renown haven for hundreds of animals …
Keep the Kids Busy at these Bend Summer Camps!
Hello Bend! Even if the air is still frigid, summer is just around the corner, and with a little normalcy returning to our lives, 2021 …
Bend Aesthetics & Wellness: Beauty in the Details
Hello Bend! Our Local Favorites Medi Spa, Bend Aesthetics & Wellness, has gone through some amazing updates to their services and offerings! Read the article …
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The Home Chef Experience: L For Lavender
Hello Bend! As a busy, working mom in the middle of a global pandemic, I have tried ALL of the meal subscription kits in an …
Shred Dog: Elite Kids Outdoor Gear
Hello Bend! If you know our family, you know that our happy place is on the mountain! We stumbled across this incredible kids outdoor gear …
Local Favorites: Bagels in Bend
Hello Bend! My kiddos look forward to our trips to the bagel shop for those special weekend breakfast items. It’s a tradition my husband grew …
Bend Holiday Meals Pick-up/To-go
Hello Bend! The holidays are right around the corner, and with all the COVID craze, get togethers look a lot different than normal. It’s such …
Bend Holiday Shopping Guide
Hello Bend! One of the many things we love about Bend, Oregon is how vibrant our local community is and how many “Bend Original” businesses …
Vooks: Story Books Brought to Life
Hello Bend! During the crazy year of 2020, a lot of us parents of school-aged kiddos have turned to home-schooling and are finding ourselves faced …
Christmas Tree Shopping in Bend
Hello Bend! As we move into the first weekend of December, the countdown to Christmas has officially begun. For many of us, this is the …
Dutch Bros: Best Drive Thru Coffee
Hello Bend! It’s the season of giving and in the honor of supporting our favorite local drive-thru coffee shop, Dutch Bros, we are launching a …
Hopscotch Kids: Your One-Stop Kiddo Shop
Hello Bend! If you’re a Central Oregon parent and you are looking for a more curated, sustainable, boutique experience for shopping other than Target, Kohl’s, …
Bend Gets Spoooooky: Halloween 2020
Hello Bend! Halloween 2020 is finally here after what feels like ages since March and the original COVID shutdown. By now you know that Halloween …
Just Listed ~ 19322 SW Laurelhurst Way
JUST LISTED ~ Cozy Westside Townhome! 19322 SW Laurelhurst Way 1,168 SF / 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath – $469,000 Hello Bend! JUST LISTED with …
Run Bend: Plan Your Final 2020 Races
Hello Bend, Let’s RUN! During this time last year, lots of Bendites were gearing up for their favorite fall running races in Central Oregon–From races …
Mt. Bachelor: 2020 Ski Season Updates
Hello Bend! Fall is in the air and for our local avid skiers and snowboarders that means it’s time to start thinking about our season …
The Perfect Getaway at FivePine Lodge
Hello Bend! My husband and I recently celebrated our 15-year anniversary. We had been planning a big trip to mark the momentous milestone, however, the …
Pizza in Bend: The Best Central Oregon Slices
Hello Bend! Often, when I’m helping a new family with their move to Central Oregon, one of the first questions they’ll ask is “Where do …
Staging Your Home to Sell
Hello Bend! I’ve been in Real Estate for over 20 years now, and during the span of my career, I’ve developed a keen eye for …
Back to (Home)School: Hayden Homes Cares
Hello Bend! For many families, back to school planning looks different this year. I caught wind of a few amazing resources for local families put …
Add Proxy Falls to your Bend Bucket List!
Hello Bend! Proxy Falls is a stunning set of waterfalls located an hour and a half from Bend, over the Mackenzie Pass. It’s a must-see …
Virtual Real Estate During COVID-19
Hello Bend! As we look towards the end of the summer, COVID-19 is still a familiar component in our everyday lives! A few months ago, …
Bend Soap Company: The Power of Goat’s Milk
Hello Bend! If you’re new to the blog, or just stopping in, we’ve created a “Local Favorites” category to highlight the imagination, diversity, and unique …
Tamolitch Falls: Adventure to the Blue Pool
Hello Bend! This week’s adventure post is a highlight of the stunning Blue Pool of Tamolitch Falls. It is one of the most exquisite, bright …
Northwest BOD: Fitness From All Angles
Hello Bend! When I first started this blog, I wanted it to be a platform where I could compile all the resources I wished I …
Foxtail Bakeshop & Kitchen, Keeping Your Life Sweet
Hello Bend! Next up on our “Local Favorites” highlights is Foxtail Bakeshop—a boutique, small-batch, made-from-scratch Bakeshop & Kitchen in the Box Factory—right in the heart …
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19394 Laurelhurst Way – Charming Bend Bungalow
19394 Laurelhurst Way 1,514 SF / 3 Bedroom / 2 Bath – $497,000 A single-level Braeburn Bungalow in the heart of Bend’s action-packed west side …
Just Listed – 57412 Sun Eagle Lane
57412-3 Sun Eagle Lane, Sunriver 1,876SF / 3BR / 2.5BA / 2-car garage – $617,900 At Aquila Lodges, a private collection of 18 lodge-style condominiums …
Free Spirit: Fitness For The Family
Hello Bend & Happy Monday! Today on the blog is Free Spirit! Located in the Old Mill, this unique twist on family fitness promotes play …
Wear Face Masks, Central Oregon!
Hello Bend! By now you’ve probably heard about the Governor’s ordinance that requires face masks to be worn in indoor public spaces. The mandate goes …
Summer Fun at High Desert Museum
Hello Bend! With summer finally HERE, I wanted to highlight one of our family’s very favorite summer activities–visiting the High Desert Museum. Just re-opened to …
Chush Falls: A Magnificent Waterfall Adventure
Hello Bend! Inspired by the beautiful weather this weekend, we decided to venture to a new waterfall closer to home. Chush Falls, just outside of …
EMW Fusion ~ Bend’s Premier Korean Fusion Food Truck
Hello Bend! For being a small town nestled in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, Bend has no shortage of food trucks. You will find …
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Zydeco: Our Kitchen, Your Table
Hello Bend! Located in the heart of downtown, Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails offers fine Northwestern cuisine with a southern twist. Not only are they high …
Waterfall Hikes in Oregon-Toketee Falls
Hello Bend! Now that the weather is getting nicer, and COVID restrictions are easing up, it’s time to get outside and explore the beauty our …
Learning Express Toys of Bend
Hello Bend! As businesses in Central Oregon prepare to reopen, we continue to share “Local Favorites” with you. Discover new businesses, Bend originals, and old …
Virtual Open House ~ 61198 Forest Meadow Place
61198 Forest Meadow Place $535,000 – 2,360SF / 4BR + Office / 2.5BA Hello Bend! Since many of you are unable to physically view properties …
Virtual Open House ~ 19403 Brookside Way
19403 Brookside Way ~ $654,900 2,192 SF / 3BR + Flex Space / 2BA 1,600SF Unfinished Under the House Storage Hello Bend! Since many of …
Nancy P’s Cafe & Bakery
Hello Bend! Nancy P’s Cafe & Bakery has been nestled in Bend’s Westside for 19 years. This little, cozy Bend mainstay opened its doors in …
Megan Marie Myers Art
Hello Bend! I have seen Megan Marie Myers whimsical artwork around Bend for a few years and have always been captivated by the enchanting outdoor …
Brick Huntress LEGO Mosaics
Hello Bend! I am always on the hunt for fun, creative ways to keep the kiddos busy at home. I was absolutely thrilled when I …
Pandemic Birthday Celebrations
Hello Bend! Is anyone in the process of planning a pandemic birthday celebration? As we continue to experience living life during a pandemic, we are …
Virtual Open House – 17440 Calico Ct
Introducing Private Virtual Tours! Since many of you are unable to physically view properties in Central Oregon at this time, we are going to bring …
Roles of a Pandemic Mom
Hello Bend! As we work our way through our FOURTH week in self-isolation due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our family is finally beginning to settle …
Hearthside Medicine: Primary Care with a Modern Twist
Hearthside Medicine Family Care is a local and family-owned boutique primary care medical clinic, and this week’s Hello Bend Oregon’s featured business. We’ve always had …
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Bend Online Shopping During COVID-19
Hello Bend! We’re certainly living in unprecedented times as we “shelter in place” to stop the spread of COVID-19, and “Flatten the Curve” of the …
COVID-19 in Central Oregon
The COVID-19 epidemic we are facing here in Central Oregon and around the world is a rapidly evolving situation. As of one week ago, I …
Chomp Chomp Bend – A Japanese Northwest Restaurant
Hello Bend! …Say Hello to Chomp Chomp Bend! In our small town tucked away in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, we have some pretty …
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Climbing High at the Bend Rock Gym!
Updated: March 2020 Hello Bend! Its that time of the year when finding something for your kids to do after school is hard. The Bend …
Thinking About Selling Your Property?
Hello Bend! Have you been thinking about selling your property? In today’s fast paced real estate market, it is important to have as much information …
2498 NW Drouillard ~ Designer Dream Home in Northwest Crossing
Just Listed ~ 2498 NW Drouillard Ave ~ $889,000 2,477 Square Feet / 4 Bedrooms / 3 Baths + Bonus Room Hello Bend! This beautifully …
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Family Fun at Oregon Winterfest
Updated for 2020 Oregon Winterfest: Hello Bend! Oregon Winterfest is this weekend and we are right in the middle of enjoying it! This is the …
20621 Meadowsweet ~ Incredible Value in SE Bend
Hello Bend! Just Listed! This beautiful Hayden Home located at 20621 Meadowsweet offers an incredible value in SE Bend. Built in 2018 and shows like …
Bend Chick-fil-A is Open for Business
Hello Bend….We FINALLY have a Bend Chick-fil-A! Those of you who know me, know how much our family (our daughter especially) missed not having a …
Mt. Bachelor Ski Lessons with Ski or Ride in 5
Hello Bend! Are you new to Bend and want to give skiing or snowboarding a try? Want to get the kids involved in a winter …
Rubbish Renewed Fashion Show
Hello Bend! The Rubbish Renewed Fashion Show is next Saturday, January 25. Trust me, this is a show you do not want to miss. So …
Friends of the Children Central Oregon
Hello Bend! During the season of giving, so many of us have donated to the bell ringers as we walked into the grocery store, grabbed …
Breakfast with Santa at Brasada Ranch
Hello Bend! In keeping with our theme of trying out a new Breakfast with Santa venue every year, our third year in Central Oregon, we …
Sunriver’s Brunch With Santa
Hello Bend! A few years ago our Christmas Elf brought us tickets to Sunriver’s Brunch with Santa as a special treat. What a spectacular event…Sunriver …
Breakfast with Santa at Pine Tavern
Hello Bend! Sunday, December 8 is the 29th annual Breakfast with Santa at Pine Tavern. This is one of Bend’s oldest, most historic restaurants overlooking …
Breakfast with Santa in Bend and Beyond!
Hello Bend….Tis the Season! Thanksgiving isn’t quite behind us, and I already have Breakfast with Santa in Bend on my mind. The holiday festivities start …
Tumalo Riverfront Estate ~ 65057 Hopper Rd
Just Listed! Tumalo Riverfront Estate – 65057 Hopper Rd in Tumalo with Stunning Cascade Mountain and Deschutes River Views. Conveniently located between Cline Falls Rd …
Powder Palooza Pre-SeasonDeals on Winter Gear!
Hello Bend! One of our favorite pre-winter events, Powder Palooza, is coming up this Saturday. We stumbled upon this event at the Powder House our …
BENDover Wax Studio Beauty Services
Hello Bend! I know the struggle to find high quality service providers when you move to a new area can prove to be a bit …
2626 NW Three Sisters Drive ~ Offered at $1,598,000
Hello Bend! Have you been looking for a stunning modern home that offers warmth and functionality? Are you in search of a high-end property that …
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Fun for Everyone at the Bend Fall Festival
Hello Bend…Fall is officially in the air, and I sure am happy about that after last week’s winter blast. Now that the snow in September …
Bend First Friday with Photographer Jesper Hilts
Hello Bend! Please join me tonight at Cascade Sotheby’s Int’l Realty as I host Bend First Friday featuring local photographer Jesper Hilts. He will be …
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July 4th Bend Pet Parade & Festival
Hello Bend! Who is planning to take advantage of the 4th of July festival and Bend Pet Parade in Bend this year? The day starts …
Northwest Crossing Farmers Market
Hello Bend! Start your Saturday morning strolling through the lively Northwest Crossing Farmers Market in Bend. This popular event kicks off at 10am, and if …
Family Fun with Michael Franti in Bend
Hello Bend! The Bend Summer Concert Series is something we look forward to every year as summer approaches. One of our all-time favorite “family fun …
Introducing~Hello Bend Oregon Blog
Hello Bend! I am so excited to write the first official blog post for the new website. I hope you enjoy the new look and …
Keep Your Kiddos Safe This Summer at Bend Parks
My nine month old baby is constantly putting things in his mouth, especially his yummy fingers and toes. Lately, he has spent lots of time …
Deschutes Brewery Jubelale Art & Beer Tastings
Deschutes Brewery Jubelale to be featured at First Friday Artwalk! December 1 marks the final First Friday Artwalk of 2017. With downtown Bend bustling and …
Fun for Everyone at the Bend Oktoberfest
School is back in session and the morning air is cool, all signs that Fall is just around the corner. The best way to kick …
Thank You for Voting Living the Bend Life as Best Local Blog!
Thank you to everyone! I am honored to have been voted Best Local Blog in The Source Weekly’s annual Best Of Central Oregon 2017 reader’s …
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Lotus Naturals ~ All-Natural Health and Wellness Products Made in Bend
It’s no secret that shopping in Central Oregon can be a challenge. One of my first concerns when I moved to Bend was how on …
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Find your Adventure at Sparks Lake
With so many beautiful lakes surrounding Central Oregon, and each lake with its own unique characteristics and charm, you could visit a new one every …
Hydro Flask Growler Giveaway Contest!
Bend Friends~It’s that time of year again! The Source Weekly’s Best of Central Oregon ballot is live. Let your voice be heard and vote for …
First Friday Art Walk with Artist ~ MaryLea Harris
Looking for something to add to your calendar this Friday? Downtown Bend offers a nice evening out with the First Friday Art Walk. Dozens of …
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Steelhead Falls ~ Family-Friendly Hike Close to Bend
As you may be able to tell by my other “The Great Outdoors” write-ups, I have a passion for the many waterfalls within our beautiful …
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ATLAS Cider~A Passion leads to the BEST Cider in Bend
Living in small town Bend, it seems like everyone knows everyone, and you certainly run into someone you know just about everywhere you go. So …
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