It’s been a feel-good week in Bend, with two community highlights giving residents plenty to smile about.

Furnish Hope, the beloved local nonprofit that provides furniture and household goods to families and individuals in need, has found its new permanent home. After years of operating without a fixed location, the organization has secured a lasting space — a milestone that promises greater stability and the ability to serve even more Central Oregon neighbors in the years ahead, according to The Source.

Meanwhile, Bend’s Farmers and Friends Market is back for the season, and this year it comes with a special bonus: a petting zoo. The return of the popular market gives the community a fresh gathering place to shop local, connect with neighbors, and — for the youngest visitors — get up close with some friendly animals, Central Oregon Daily reported.

Together, the two stories capture what makes Bend’s community spirit so strong: organizations stepping up to meet real needs, and beloved traditions returning to bring people together.

Sources: The Source – Bend, Oregon, Central Oregon Daily