Central Oregon Attractions & Events

Balloons before lift off – Rispetto poem: LAPC

Colorful resting balloons, drowsy at dawn,Breathe in heated air, unfold, stretch, and inflateBurners roar, envelopes fill, tense crews hang onBaskets…

9 months ago

Two taking off: Wordless Wednesday

https://vimeo.com/1105287609?share=copy#t=0 Two taking off at the Balloons Over Bend event on 25 July 2025 in Bend, Oregon Wordless Wednesday

9 months ago

Abe Capanna’s Neighborhood Pizzeria: Foodie Fridays

On Thursday, we ate at Abe Capanna’s Neighborhood Pizzeria. They opened in Bend, Oregon on Friday, July 18th. You can…

9 months ago

She’s surfin’ the Deschutes: Wordless Wednesday

https://vimeo.com/1102941629?share=copy#t=0 She's surfin' the Deschutes River at the Bend Whitewater Park in Oregon Wordless Wednesday Bend Branches always appreciates your…

9 months ago

A visit to San Simón: Foodie Friday

Last week, we visited San Simón, in downtown Bend. This restaurant is known for its unique cocktails. They have a…

9 months ago

Reflecting on adventures

Reflecting on adventures to national parks to see iconic landmarks Reflection Lake, Lassen Volcanic National Park, California Or to hidden…

10 months ago

Brickhouse restaurant: Foodie Friday & OWS

Last weekend, we had an excellent meal at the Brickhouse in downtown Bend, Oregon. I started with the Beet Salad.…

10 months ago

Red Beard Barbecue: Foodie Friday

Red Beard Barbecue is a great place to order barbecue in Bend, Oregon. Their food truck is located at the…

11 months ago

Heron sculpture: Sculpture Saturday

This bronze heron sculpture is in Barclay Park in Sisters Oregon. Artist Danae Bennett Miller uses the lost wax method…

11 months ago

Bend Foodie Crawl 2025

After taking a few years off, we participated in the Bend Foodie Crawl 2025 in downtown Bend, Oregon on April…

12 months ago