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🌱 Why retirees nationwide are eyeing Bandon’s shoreline and home prices
Also, don't miss Boardwalk Art Show - "Pollinators Above and Beyond" on the Bandon Patch calendar
Hey there, Bandon! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Why retirees nationwide are eyeing Bandon's shoreline and home prices
- Planning a coast road trip? Don't skip the parks near Bandon
Also on today's calendar: SAVE THE DATE! Alive After Five Wine Walk and 3 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: Mainly cloudy, with a high of 68 and low of 52 degrees.
- Friday: Breezy in the afternoon, temps: high: 66, low: 52.
- Saturday: Partly sunny and breezy, with a high of 68 and low of 49 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• 11 Budget-Friendly Towns on the Pacific Coast for Retirees (worldatlas.com) — Bandon is spotlighted as a budget-friendly retirement choice, trading big-city services for spectacular beaches, sea stacks, and a walkable Old Town along the Coquille River. The article notes that home prices stay below resort-town levels while residents enjoy crabbing, tidepooling, lighthouse views, and nearby world-class golf, making it appealing if you're considering aging in place or attracting retiring family here. 
• 9/26/2026 Some Drives Not to Miss (blogspot.com) — One of the featured drives follows the Oregon coast from Astoria to Brookings, specifically calling out state parks near Bandon as standout stops. The writer shares practical tips on direction, camping options, and viewpoints, making it useful if you're planning coastal road trips or hosting visitors who want to explore around Bandon and beyond.
📸 Around Bandon
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Bandon
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★ Featured events ★
- Boardwalk Art Show - "Pollinators Above and Beyond" →
Bandon
Friday October 2
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Other local events
- Glide at Bandon →
550 9Th St SW, Bandon
7:00 pm - Boardwalk Art Show - "Pollinators Above and Beyond" →
Bandon OR - Q Cafe Bandon →
Rancho Viejo Mexican Restaurant, 150 North Avenue Southeast, Bandon
6:00 pm - Boardwalk Art Show - "Pollinators Above and Beyond" →
Bandon OR - SAVE THE DATE! Alive After Five Wine Walk →
Old Town Bandon, 370 US-101, Bandon
5:00 pm
Friday October 9
Saturday October 10
Tuesday October 13
Wednesday October 14
Friday October 16
📣 Bandon Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Little Learners Social Hour (Port Orford) →
Port Orford Public Library, 1421 Oregon St, Port Orford
11:00 am - Tea Tasting →
Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Avenue, Coos Bay
12:00 pm - Parks Commission work session →
Coos Bay City Hall - Council Chambers, 500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay
4:00 pm - COOS BAY, OR - KPOP CIRCUS →
Teatro Egipcio, 229 South Broadway, Coos Bay
6:00 pm - School Board Meeting
Hillcrest Elem North Bend, OR 97459
6:00 pm - Teen Wellness Kits →
Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Avenue, Coos Bay
Thursday October 1
Friday October 2
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making Bandon PatchAM possible:
- Mierad Media — (541) 571-5277
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), and the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), Oregon Commission for the Blind and Oregon Department of Education have organized a webinar series to educate the community about
disability employment services and celebrate the many workplace successes. Join us on Tuesday, October 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Zoom for … (Nextdoor )
- C&K Market Inc. posted a job opening for Bakery/Deli Clerk in Bandon. Apply here.
- Dollar Tree posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate I in Bandon. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bandon here.
🗞 Nearby News
Coos Bay
- Oregon Sports Talk: Ducks Beat USC, Beavs Score Big Road Win (kcby.com)
- Coos Bay Police Department holds car seat clinic, urges proper installation (kpic.com)
- After 32 years, Evergreen Speedway's John Carslon has no plans to slow down (nascar.com)
North Bend
- Parents push back on Fern Ridge elementary school reconfiguration (kezi.com)
Ok Bandon! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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