I asked Siri things to do in Bend, Oregon. When my phone said The Box Factory, I imagined a…read morecardboard manufacturing factory. Boy was I wrong! We went there for one reason - Modern Games. My family LOVES board games and we have a Christmas "Steal a Gift" game. I'm not into board games, so called my sister in Southern California and she talked with a staff member who described some of the games based on family favorites and told her what won "Game of the Year" for 2022 and 2023. She recommended two to me and I chose. I think my gift will be a hit at our Christmas game (2022 Game of the Year). They had tables set up in the rear, and there were quite a few people playing games. The other shops looked interesting, but we were on a time crunch since Modern Games didn't open until 11:00.

This has vastly improved since the 1980's when it was the Mt View Mall. The Mt View Mall back then…read morewas a go to place with several anchor stores that have since failed, G. I. Joes and Emporium come to mind. That said, they have done an excellent job adding new sought after businesses such as, Trader Joes, Ross, Best Buy, Staples, etc., you get the picture. It's a go to place for me when visiting the area if I need some items I can usually find them here. I'll be back again!

Seems like a nice shopping area but I see little patronage of the shops along the interior street…read more Lots of activity at the bigger stores such as Food 4 Less, Trader Joe's, Dick's, etc.

Love! Love! Love!…read more Bought the whole family (2 adults 4 adult children and two grand kids) Sasquatch sweatshirts and didn't break the bank! Staff was great!

Went in and came out with $110 + of hoodies and t shirts. ‍…read more Selection is awesome, however the t shirts are displayed on the wall so you know what is what but it is hard to find on the shelves. The check out is a tad frustrating because they write down the number of the tag then literally searching the store on the sections for the price. We ended up being over charged but did not realize it until later. But if you want some awesome swag, this is the place to shop.

Such a lovely space to spend the afternoon alone or with friends…read more It provides a good mix of everything, from gallery to boutiques to restaurants in every budget. You can enjoy a leisurely walk along the water and bird watching. Parking was super easy with plenty of spots.

Here's the bottom line up front: Based on the name and some quick Googled bits (apparently TOO…read morequick), my wife and I headed to Old Mill District during a family trip in search of, well, something old and historic and cool. Those of you have been here... it's not that. I feel like maybe it was once the site of something old and historic, but now it's mostly just a modern series of fairly common brand shops and such, with some local flavor dropped in. Our main destination was Sisters Coffee, and that experience was great. Parking and navigation is tricky because the lots are spaced out and small, and some have only one way to get in and out. It's great if you want to walk, not so great driving. Bottom line, if you want history, look elsewhere. If you want to shop 'till you drop, this is the place.

We came in late Saturday as a group of 7 to get skis for our Sunday beginners ski adventure…read more Easy rental and return. The staff were friendly and helpful in helping determine fit for the boots. Skis/boots/poles were $40 and helmet $8.

Easy rental experience. I'm a bigger guy and my wife and I wanted to do something healthy with our…read more4 year old while we stayed in Sunriver. I thought it'd be tougher to bike around but the trails are super smooth and a calm ride. The bikes were expensive looking and rode well. Biking around to the shops and back to our rental was relaxing and fun. We kept discovering wildlife while going over the biking trails. Deer, chipmunks, woodpeckers, etc. It was all a short leisurely ride. We'd stop, the boy would look for a few minutes, then off we go. Beyond the rental, while I was in the shop people were coming and going getting things fixed, questions answered, friendly advice on parts, and buying seats or locks. The employees were genuinely nice people and I hope that they continue to be successful.

The young lady who helped us this past week-end was so helpful. Jane ?? , my wife and I believe her…read morename is, Was never in a hurry , the whole time we were there. I bought 2 pairs of shoes of the same make and model. I am an Assistant Track and Field coach for Roseburg High ie High Jump lead coach. As well as a USATF High Jump Official out of U/O officials staff. Thank you

There's nothing like a fresh pair of all white Nike's straight out to the box!…read more Thank you to the staff at the Nike Factory Store-Bend. I appreciate the hard work, and high octane energy. Everyone here treated me like a king. The level of professionalism, friendliness, and kind gesture was unmatched. Flying around the country is a rewarding experience. My time in Bend was incredible, especially when I visited the Nike Store. No tax! Wait, what? No taxes on sneakers. Give me a few pairs haha :). If you're in the area, I highly recommend you make a stop here for an hour and carefully take time to walk the store. The sneaker selection here was unlike any other Nike store I visited outside the Seattle location. I was in awe during my time in-store. Next time I'm in the area, I'll make sure to stop by and say, "hello." 2025 & beyond.

Lots of crystals and loose stones here. The place isn't crowded which I like because it's never fun…read moresqueezing around other shoppers. They have some jewelry as well, and I saw a little iolite ring that I purchased. I'm always looking for iolite since it's my favorite stone. Staff were really friendly. There's a large parking lot for the shopping center so no troubles parking. I wouldn't make the drive just for the shop (but my hometown is Eugene, and there are multiple such stores) but if in the area I'd stop.

Very nice selection of crystals, however, the prices are higher than coastal town crystal shops. I…read moreleft with nothing.

Attended the Spring Beauty & Fragrance Gala yesterday 12-5 were the hours advertised in advance. We…read morebrought our tickets last week in Great Anticipation! A Gala in Bend! Um. Well. Dearly me. The Gala consisted of a DJ , a raffle, and about 48 dollars worth of Costco: cookies, crackers, pre-cut cheese, pre-cut pineapple and whole strawberries. No goody bag full of samples, no fragrance reps handing out samples. No glasses or champagne or plates of fresh shrimp. No Amazing Deals of combination sets of product offered at super prices.... For the first time in years I missed Seattle. Seattle, with its luscious event, spanning a significant portion of the floor, dotted with helpful, eager reps quick to proffer a lipstick sample, a perfume miniature... We were met with some store employee wearing what could only be described as an aging stewardesses dress, all orange, shouting over the DJ, "All I need is your name and number!', referring to the raffle tickets available for all... not just those who had tickets in advance. Apparently, this 'Gala' amounted to no more than a 15% off fragrance and beauty. For anyone passing through. We think the staff here at this Macy's misses the point. Especially distrustful employee at the Sunglass Hut here, more concerned with the whereabouts of certain pairs of sunglasses, we later realized that she was concerned we were lifting them? , firing questions at her colleague (before assisting us with procuring the product we were asking for), 'Where are the round ones?! Did you move the others?! Where did you put those other ones?!' Good God. This female employee was so concerned we were there to steal, even though we wore the VIP wrist bands (yeah, ha ha.). Later, we realized she was peering into our shopping bags AFTER we bought two pairs of sunglasses from her... sheesh. This store location does not represent the brand. Abysmal service from store clerk at one register, excellent customer service from Customer Service representative at another. At one register, we spent $278, this is how our purchases were packaged and handed to us.

I had the best experience at Macy's with Susan and the manager. They were both so helpful, kind,…read moreand went above and beyond in customer service. I was checking out at closing and then there was a technology glitch that caused the transaction to take longer than expected, but they remained patient and friendly and even helped me get things to the car. I am definitely going back.