Central Oregon Attractions & Events

Tacos El Machin: Foodie Friday

Last week we ate Mexican food at Tacos El Machin in Bend, Oregon. We were pleasantly surprised by the flavor…

3 weeks ago

Otters at High Desert Museum: Wordless Wednesday

Northern River Otters at High Desert Museum in Bend, Oregon https://vimeo.com/1183443552?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Wordless Wednesday Bend Branches always appreciates your comments and…

3 weeks ago

High Desert Voices April 2026 newsletter

Here’s the High Desert Voices April 2026 newsletter for your reading pleasure. Lots of nice photos as well! This newsletter is…

1 month ago

Burger and fries in Bend: Foodie Friday

There are a lot of places to buy a burger and fries in Bend, Oregon. Today, I'll feature burgers from…

1 month ago

Crane Hot Springs

If you’re looking for a relaxing oasis in the middle of a desert, check out Crane Hot Springs near Burns,…

2 months ago

JIA Asian Street Kitchen: Foodie Friday

JIA Asian Street Kitchen is tucked away in the corner of a mall in southwestern Bend, Oregon. They serve a…

3 months ago

Bosa restaurant: Foodie Friday

Bosa is an Italian and French restaurant on Bend's westside. The food is served in courses and is meant to…

3 months ago

Seating at Hawkeye & Huckleberry: Pull Up a Seat

This seating at Hawkeye & Huckleberry Lounge in Bend, Oregon has a modern cowboy kind of vibe. There's a lot…

4 months ago

Yokocho Izakaya restaurant: Foodie Friday

Yokocho Izakaya restaurant serves what it calls "Japanese & Asian comfort food." It opened earlier this year in northeast Bend,…

4 months ago

High Desert Voices December 2025 newsletter

Here's the High Desert Voices December 2025 newsletter for your reading pleasure. Lots of nice photos as well! This newsletter…

5 months ago