Home + Design

Organizing Home Spaces

Local Oregonized Closets Offers Functionality for Your Home Article by Julie E. Furnas If you have someone on your holiday gift list that is hard to buy for, think about giving the gift of a beautifully organized home. After the rush of the holidays, organization for a closet, pantry, office or garage is a gift that keeps on giving through the year, bringing peace and efficiency to everyday life. Home interior remodeling often includes redesigning storage and closed off spaces into more...

Style + Beauty

Prioritizing Healthy Skin

A Dermatology Practice Built on a Foundation of Caring Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Shadow Bear Media When Dr. Leslie Carter decided to become a dermatologist, one of the foremost reasons was to help decrease people’s physical and often mental suffering that comes with various skin conditions.  “My goal is to make people more confident in their skin and make their skin healthier,” she says. “People sometimes underestimate the amount of distress skin conditions can create, but it's...

Arts + Culture

The Centerpiece of Christmas

How Christmas Trees Became Symbol of Joy, Peace and Giving Article by Lynette Confer The Christmas tree evokes a cascade of memories for many. A symbol of joy and festivity during the holiday season, the history of Christmas trees blends ancient traditions with modern celebrations to represent renewal, hope, and the spirit of giving. For centuries, evergreen plants and trees, those that remain green year-round, held a special meaning during the winter months. People in ancient times would...

Arts + Culture

Simply Inspired Gift Wrap Ideas

Add Personal Touches to Your Holiday Gifts Using Natural Elements Article by Lynette Confer Holiday gift wrapping does not have to be elaborate or even expensive. Simply using brown kraft paper or recycling brown paper bags can be the base for gorgeous gift wrap. Gift tags can be as simple as a piece of cardboard cut into a fun shape, such as a Christmas tree or star… or just a simple square. Ribbons can be ones you have on hand or simple natural or dyed twine tied around sprigs of evergreen...

Life + Culture

Civil Air Patrol Volunteers

Giving Thanks for Those Who Serve on the High Desert Article by Lynette Confer With over 80 years of service to our country, the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) has a rich and remarkable history. Founded in 1941 as the civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force, its mission was to mobilize civilian aviation support and resources for homeland defense during World War II. CAP’s mission has evolved through the years, but thankfully it remains relevant and active in our country, its history still being...

Wellness

Enhancing Natural Beauty

A New Sanctuary Where Modern Science and Artistry Converge Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Natalie Stephenson When Brandi Garcia, an experienced and knowledgeable medical sales professional, and Dr. Cecily Reynolds, an emergency medicine physician, met in Alaska, their connection was immediate. Today, they are grateful to be co-owners of Ravvivare Health & Wellness, a medical aesthetics practice in Bend that opened in January. “We want to change the way aesthetics is viewed,” says...

Arts + Culture

Summit Health Cares Presents Broadway Rocks Cancer

Tower Theatre Event Raises Money for Cancer Patients Article by Julie E. Furnas | Photography by Miguel Edwards Another exciting season of fundraising events from Summit Health Cares (SHC), the charitable foundation arm of Summit Health, is kicking off the 2024 holiday season with a bang! The highly anticipated event, Broadway Rocks Cancer , will once again be showcased at the Tower Theatre on Friday, December 13 at 7 p.m. This incredible night of entertainment will include live music, show...

Life + Culture

Local Hero Morgan Schmidt

Driven By Her Mission to Serve Others Article by Julie E. Furnas | Photography by Bec Ellis Photo For ten years, Morgan Schmidt has been serving the Central Oregon community in many facets. From her career as a pastor, to a run for Deschutes County Commissioner, to a move to the nonprofit sector, Schmidt’s journey has given her much to be thankful for. 1. Where are you from and how did you get to Bend? I grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and went to college in Boston. I participated in a...

Life + Culture

Join Bend Lifestyle's "Gratitude" Photo Challenge

When a Change in Perspective Makes All the Difference – Shifting Our Focus to the Present Moment and the Positive for Improved Health and Wellness Article by Lynette Confer Through the never-ending busyness of life, we tend to lose our connection to each other, to our community. And we can lose our connection to those things that keep us healthy, happy and whole. Research reveals that adopting a practice of mindfulness and gratitude can have far-reaching health benefits. Mindfulness is the...

Arts + Culture

Planning an Autumn Dinner Party?

Get to Know this Local Chef and Author and Find Inspiration in The Oregon Farm Table Cookbook Article by Julie E. Furnas Bend Lifestyle magazine speaks with Karista Bennett, local food writer, chef, and lover of all things Pacific Northwest Cuisine. She shares her journey from cook to teacher to writer and talks about what it’s like to eat and drink in Central Oregon. If you have plans for hosting an outdoor dinner party this fall, check out Bennett's cookbooks for recipes that are sure to...