Nurtured, protected, and held. A balanced blend of oils, butter, and full-spectrum hemp oil to penetrate soften the skin while soothing the more noticeable aches and pains in dry months of Winter. This balm is infused with the grounding aromas of evergreen, angelica, and vetiver to further promote ease and restfulness in the darker months. Available at Found Natural Goods *Jojoba Oil, *Shea Butter, *Rosehip Seed Oil, *CO2 Extracted Full Spectrum Hemp Oil, *Beeswax. Ethically Sourced Essential Oils of Evergreen, Angelica, Vetiver.

            The warm weather is back! Now that 65% of the county has received its first dose of the vaccine Deschutes County will be staying in 'Low Risk' level (See those guidelines here). Don't forget folks it is up to the business/establishment to determine how to handle the CDC's new mask policies. Please remember to be nice no one wants to still be in this pandemic, just be kind wear your mask indoors and we will hopefully be done soon! Encourage your friends and family to get tested if they are feeling sick or if they are over the age of 16 to get vaccinated. 

              First Friday's are coming back June 4th! We are so excited to announce that after 14 months of patiently waiting we are finally at 'Low Risk' level, we feel comfortable to bring back one of our favorite events! The Tower Theatre will be giving out free popcorn as well as provide public bathrooms Head over to our Website or our Facebook for more details. 

            Have you seen the newest restaurant to join downtown? Sen Thai Noodle & Hot Pot is brought to you buy that family that started one our favorite lunch spots Wild Rose! Though similar to the word ‘zen’, Sen translates to noodle, or thread, in Thai. A singular noodle personifies movement, balance, and longevity in numerous Asian cultures. At Sen, we’ve transported our family’s favorite Thai street carts into our own contemporary noodle shop in downtown Bend, Oregon. Travel back to Thailand with us by sampling our own renditions on these classic Thai noodles and street dishes. Indulge in Thai style hot pot as a group and cook your own fresh ingredients in our house made broth, or let us prepare it for you to enjoy as a single serving in a boiling pot. Think of Sen as your gateway into the vibrant street food culture of Bangkok and Chiang Mai — all while dining along the Deschutes with a craft cocktail in hand.

           In downtown Bend we are always looking for ways to be more inclusive and make everyone's lives just a little bit better, That's why we are supporting our friends Kira and Amelia at CampFire USA, in their mission to put hygiene product disposal bins in men's restrooms. Here's where their mission began "When my FTM (female to male) transgender friend, Tony told me that he only uses the school bathrooms at school when he is on his period, but doesn't like using the women's room, it created a  passion about making a change for the better in Central Oregon communities. As part of our teen community service project, we decided that we wanted to install female hygiene product disposal bins in men's bathrooms around local businesses in downtown Bend. We're currently fundraising and spreading the word of our project in order to achieve our goal of making Bend a more trans-friendly environment. We would love your support in our efforts! Please contact us at ameliahw@icloud.com if you'd be interested in having bins installed in your men's restrooms or donate to our GoFundMe at https://gofund.me/1896df79. You can also check out our Instagram page at @co.wohelo to learn more about our organization!

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If you have questions or are looking for more information about this program go here. 

Oktoberfest
We are bringing back Oktoberfest! Things will be looking a little different this year and a lot bit more fun, if you are interested in participating as a sponsor, or event host, or maybe you have a couple of fun ideas up your sleeve let us know. Feel free to reach out to hayden@downtownbend.org
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In-person or online, we've made it easy for you to support local Downtown Bend merchants:  For a list of Downtown Bend businesses: click here, for online shopping links: click here, for curbside pick-up and delivery from Downtown Bend restaurants: click here. 

​                                              Welcome to the Downtown Bend Newsletter, News from the ❤️️ of Bend!

              The Summer solstice is in exactly one month and the mountain closes at the end of May, despite the cold weather the last few days it's almost float season! Starting tomorrow Deschutes County will be moving down to 'Low Risk' level (See those guidelines here), now that 65% of the county has received its first dose of the vaccine. Don't forget folks it is up to the business/establishment to determine how to handle the CDC's new mask policies. Please remember to be kind no one wants to still be in this pandemic, just be kind wear your mask indoors and we will hopefully be done soon! Encourage your friends and family to get tested if they are feeling sick or if they are over the age of 16 to get vaccinated. 

              First Friday's are coming back June 4th! We are so excited to announce that after 14 months of patiently waiting we are finally at 'Low Risk' level, we feel comfortable to bring back one of our favorite events! Head over to our Website or our Facebook for more details. 

​           YOUR HAPPY PLACE PHOTO CONTEST! We all know this past year has been a rough one, and we want to see where you escaped to throughout Central Oregon to revive your spirits. Show us your favorite "natural wonder" photo, with or without people, that allowed you to "find your happy" during this last year. Images must be taken within Central Oregon to be considered.⠀⠀
With more than $1,000 in Prizes and lots of exposure from High Desert Frameworks, Bend Photo Tours, Focal Point Oregon, Trunorthwest, and the Source weekly, PLUS a live auction event at The Commons Bend with all proceeds going to Discover your forest ….it’s a competition you don’t want to miss!⠀⠀

         As this fourth wave of Covid cases continues to spread, we want to let you know that Crater Lake Spirits is giving away FREE gallons of hand sanitizer at their distillery in Tumalo. They are giving it away by the gallon case (4 included), so come prepared to take as much as you want!

Tumalo is open from 11-5 Monday-Saturday, and 11-4 on Sundays. With plenty of outdoor seating and a gorgeous view of the mountains, you won't be sorry you stopped by!

The sanitizer is only available for in person pick up at the Tumalo location

       
          Tomorrow Moro Moro will be celebrating the 70th Anniversary of Marimekko. This is their most popular brand and to celebrate they will be doing a giveaway! The goal of the giveaway is to bring some joy to people in Bend during May. Every customer who shop at Moro Moro can get a cocktail napkin with Marimekko’s classic patterns (1960s, 1870s Scandinavian designs) during May!

​Downtown Digital Bucks
If you missed out last time, now is your chance to get your business set up to accept Digital Downtown Bucks, sign up here.
If you have questions or are looking for more information about this program go here. 

Oktoberfest
We are bringing back Oktoberfest! Things will be looking a little different this year and a lot bit more fun, if you are interested in participating as a sponsor, or event host, or maybe you have a couple of fun ideas up your sleeve let us know. Feel free to reach out to hayden@downtownbend.org
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In-person or online, we've made it easy for you to support local Downtown Bend merchants:  For a list of Downtown Bend businesses: click here, for online shopping links: click here, for curbside pick-up and delivery from Downtown Bend restaurants: click here. 

​Tucked into a quaint brick building in downtown Bend, Dudley’s Bookshop Café is more than a bookstore; it’s a place to gather and to linger. Of course, books are the primary draw, and Dudley’s offers a carefully curated selection of the latest titles and authors featuring literary fiction, guidebooks, western history, adventure & exploration, and sci-fi & fantasy. New and used books are sold here and all new hardbacks are 20% off, all the time. Take your time roaming the stacks, pick up a new title, and then head to the café, where the barista is pulling shots of Guatemalan and 100% Kona goodness all day long. Non-coffee drinkers will find a tempting selection of teas from local favorites T’s Tonics, Jasmine Pearl, and Metolius Artisan Tea. On weekend evenings it’s not uncommon to hear live music from Dudley’s spilling out into the street. If you’re looking for a quiet space to meet, think, or write, Dudley’s is a most welcome retreat. Above the shop is an entire floor of used books with desks or tables, chairs, outlets, and large windows that face the street below and let the daylight pour in.

Thank you Visit Bend for the great description.

                                          ​Welcome to the Downtown Bend Newsletter, News from the ❤️️ of Bend!

Summer is here, enjoy the last couple weeks of skiing & snowboarding, as it's time to start surfing and floating the river, as well as bike season! With Covid cases on the rise again, don't forget your masks, and to practice social distancing. Encourage your friends and family to get tested if they are feeling sick or if they are over the age of 16 to get vaccinated. 

Have you noticed Worthy Taps & Tacos is now, Worthy Beers & Burgers? As of this past weekend Worthy has rebranded their downtown location to feature a killer selection of burgers and as always the tasty beers they have been brewing up for years. Swing by and check out the new menu, with great options like the Green Chile Burger or the Magic Mushroom. 

This week we enjoyed drinks at San Simon, self described as sophisticated debauchery and we agree. With a cocktail list that will inspire you to take a bartending class and a selection of charcuterie boards that rival the elegant creations you see on TV, It's the perfect spot for an afternoon date or a late night unwind. 

If you are looking for food look no further than than Barrio. With a modern take on Latin food, you are sure to enjoy bold and delicious flavors. They have a fantastic takeout menu, featuring a massive selection of paella and enchiladas. Our favorite is the chicken barrio bowl.

Scalehouse Gallery, is pleased to announce their new exhibition, Crow’s Shadow Institute of the Arts: Prints From the Permanent Collection. This exhibition will open Wednesday, May 7th and will be on view through Saturday, June 26th. We are located in Franklin Crossing on Tin Pan Alley Side. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Saturday, 1pm-6pm and by appointment.
Crow's Shadow Institute of the Arts provides a creative conduit for educational, social, and economic opportunities for Native Americans through artistic development. 

Downtown Digital Bucks
If you missed out last time, now is your chance to get your business set up to accept Digital Downtown Bucks, sign up here.
If you have questions or are looking for more information about this program go here. 

Oktoberfest
We are bringing back Oktoberfest! Things will be looking a little different this year and a lot bit more fun, if you are interested in participating as a sponsor, or event host, or maybe you have a couple of fun ideas up your sleeve let us know. Feel free to reach out to hayden@downtownbend.org
​
In-person or online, we've made it easy for you to support local Downtown Bend merchants:  For a list of Downtown Bend businesses: click here, for online shopping links: click here, for curbside pick-up and delivery from Downtown Bend restaurants: click here. 

​The Hub Cyclery calls itself “Bend Oregon’s Hub for Bikes, Craft Brew and Community.” Located in the heart of downtown, they sell some of the top brands in the industry, hand selecting each vendor to give customers the best in quality and affordability. Central Oregon’s Felt Cycles dealer, they also carry great brands such as All-City Cycles and Foundry. Their service department provides a professional, friendly environment that caters both to experienced and recreational riders alike, taking great pride in their work to build a lasting relationship with customers. Offering basic and complete tune-ups, as well as completed overhauls, they also specialize in custom bike and wheel builds as well as suspension service. Offering daily and weekly mountain bike, town cruisers, and fat bike rentals check online for what they have in stock and call or email for availability and reservations. Open 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Monday – Saturday.

​Welcome to the Downtown Bend Newsletter, News from the ❤️️ of Bend!

Summer is here, enjoy the last couple weeks of skiing & snowboarding, as it's time to start surfing and floating the river, as well as bike season! With Covid cases on the rise again, don't forget your masks, and to practice social distancing. Deschutes county is moving back to high risk starting Friday, May 7th. Encourage your friends and family to get tested if they are feeling sick or if they are over the age of 16 to get vaccinated. 

In celebration of Cinco de Mayo and the Mexican Army's victory in 1862 in the Battle of Puebla, we enjoyed drinks at Hola! Downtown, which is open 11am-10pm, our favorite margarita was as always the Red Cactus. For dinner we couldn't pick just one favorite, but we were tied between the Shrimp Enchiladas and Halibut Tacos. 

​Downtown Digital Bucks
If you missed out last time, now is your chance to get your business set up to accept Digital Downtown Bucks, sign up here.
If you have questions or are looking for more information about this program go here. 

Oktoberfest
We are bringing back Oktoberfest! Things will be looking a little different this year and a lot bit more fun, if you are interested in participating as a sponsor, or event host, or maybe you have a couple of fun ideas up your sleeve let us know. Feel free to reach out to hayden@downtownbend.org
​
In-person or online, we've made it easy for you to support local Downtown Bend merchants:  For a list of Downtown Bend businesses: click here, for online shopping links: click here, for curbside pick-up and delivery from Downtown Bend restaurants: click here.