Oakhurst Porchfest (& Friday Links)

What are you up to this weekend?  We are in a celebratory mood... Saturday is David's first day off of work after a 19 day stretch!  AND, my sister's twin boys are spending their first full weekend at HOME!  

Tomorrow, our neighborhood is hosting Porchfest and David is playing fiddle in a bluegrass band at 4pm.  If you are local, come on over for a fun music-filled Saturday!

And, some things of interest if you are in a reading mood: 

Running, and other vigorous aerobic activity, can produce new neurons in the memory making area of your brain.

21 Best New Restaurants in America. I am trying my hardest to get a reservation at Staplehouse!

Dieting often leads to weight GAIN.

More Than Mean. Disgusting. Haunting. Unbelievable.  We should be ashamed.

Gorgeous and thoughtfully designed Bend, Oregon home on the Deschutes River.

My new book club begins next week!  Our first selection is The Absolutely True Diary of a Part Time Indian.  I am very much looking forward to the new friendships (and the food and wine!) as much as I am to discussing books.

Image above is the Oakhurst Porchfest official event poster created by Methane Studios.