Bandon Public Library
Bandon Public Library Located just a quarter mile from Bandon’s beautiful coastline and within the Bandon City Park is the surprisingly busy Bandon Public Library. The fact that this little library is busy is actually no surprise when you discover the wide selection of books, magazines and movies, the availability of computers and special rooms, […]
Why Move to Bandon?
Why Move to Bandon? Many people who choose to move to Bandon come from the dry and/or densely populated areas in California, Arizona, Nevada, and the Willamette Valley of Oregon. Seeking freedom from extreme temperatures, drought, population crush, noise, traffic and an overwhelmingly fast pace of life, many folks wanting a change find what they’re […]
Biking in Bandon
Biking in Bandon The Oregon Coast is known for its bicycling opportunities, and the south end is no exception. There are many options for people who prefer to stick to the pavement as well as those who would rather bike on trails, and it’s possible to find these great biking spots within just a half […]
Meet Grover and Debby of Winter River Books and Gallery
Meet Grover and Debby of Winter River Books and Gallery One of the fixtures and core businesses in Old Town Bandon is the Winter River Books and Gallery on 2nd Street, across from the Continuum Building. Over its years of existence, owners Grover Hatcher and Debby Johnson have made Winter River Books the go-to for books and […]
Hiking in Bandon
Hiking in Bandon One does not need to travel far to find quality hikes in and around Bandon. Whether you’re looking for a short stroll, a multi-day backpack trip or something in between, you’re bound to find what you’re looking for. Hiking in Bandon is a wonderful way to see the many beautiful sites as […]
Horseback Rides on the Beach in Bandon
Horseback Rides on the Beach in Bandon Have you always dreamed of riding a horse along the ocean at sunset? Are you looking to give your kids or grandkids a unique and fun beach experience? Is horseback riding on the beach on your bucket list? If so, you’ll find what you’re looking for on the […]
Meet Brad Sinko of Face Rock Creamery
Meet Brad Sinko of Face Rock Creamery The Face Rock Creamery may be a relatively new business, but it is part of an old and integral tradition in Bandon. Cheese has been an important part of the town’s history since the 19th century; the industry even survived two major fires in 1914 and 1936 that destroyed […]
Get to Know the Bandon Playhouse
Get to Know the Bandon Playhouse From Anything Goes to South Pacific to Steel Magnolias to Grease, the Bandon Playhouse has been entertaining audiences with a wide variety of dramas, comedies, variety shows and musicals for nearly 40 years. I recently had the pleasure of talking with Ron and Kathie Lecce. Ron is the president of the […]
Fresh Produce at Valley Flora Farm in Langlois
Fresh Produce at Valley Flora Farm in Langlois Tucked into the Floras Creek Valley near the community of Langlois, about 14 miles south of Bandon, is the 90 acre Valley Flora Farm run by Betsy Harrison and her two daughters, Abby and Zoe. Valley Flora is a diversified family farm growing a huge variety of […]
Meet Karl Maxon of South Coast Bicycles
Meet Karl Maxon of South Coast Bicycles Bandon is extremely fortunate to have a cycling master as one of its residents. Karl Maxon, owner of South Coast Bicycles and Bandon’s bike supplier and caretaker, has made cycling his life for many years. Originally a distance runner, he moved from Eureka, California to Eugene for college […]