The Environmental Center

Human Experience in the Oregon Great Basin Symposium
2022-11-05 - 2022-11-06 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
This symposium brings to the public presentations by tribal knowledge-holders, anthropologists, and archaeologists who have researched and learned about the land, plants, animals, people, and climate of the Great Basin in Oregon. Discussions led by Wilson Wewa (Northern Paiute) and Diane Teeman (Burns Paiute) will frame each day, which will be filled with presentations about the recent archaeological research and analyses, partnership projects, and online databases that are helping build knowledge about the historical and ongoing human experiences in the Great Basin.

Powwow Yoga Workshops with Acosia Red Elk
2022-11-16 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Acosia Red Elk is an enrolled member of the Umatilla Tribe in Oregon. She is a ten-time world champion jingle dancer, international yoga teacher, glass artist, cultural teacher and wellness advocate who is known for public speaking/storytelling, indigenizing fitness, and teaching powwow dance. Acosia is the creator of Powwow Yoga, a fusion practice that braids together tribal dancing and yoga for a well-rounded workout with an Indigenous approach to wellness.
Space is limited. To register email Geneva at gmayall2@cocc.edu

Voices of the River Journal Launch Party
2022-11-18 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The Voices of the River Journal is an extension of the work Confluence does in public gatherings, education programs in schools, and their Digital Library that features interviews, documentary shorts, photo galleries, and research papers on these subject managers exclusively from an Indigenous perspective.
What: Voices of the River Journal Launch Party
When: Friday, November 18th, 2022 at 6 pm PST
Where: Oregon Historical Society
1200 SW Park Ave
Portland, OR 97205

COCC Salmon Bake
2024-05-18 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | COCC, 2600 NW Collge Way, Bend, OR, 97701, United States

Juneteenth Central Oregon
2024-06-15 11:00 - 2024-06-16 17:30 | Drake Park, 777 NW Riverside Blvd, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Get ready for the 4th Annual Juneteenth Central Oregon celebration on June 15th and 16th, 2024 from 11am to 5:30pm! Rooted in education, entertainment, and fostering a vibrant and safe environment for the community, this year’s theme, “Jubilee,” marks a joyous celebration of the emancipation of African Americans. Joined by the African and Caribbean Community, our two-day event promises an immersive experience filled with authentic African, Caribbean, and African American cuisine, art, music, and education. Embrace the cultural tapestry through enlightening educational activities, captivating entertainment, and a shared culinary journey that celebrates the diverse heritage of our communities.

Preservación de nuestra cultura y tradiciones con Hilda Leon
2024-10-18 18:30 - 20:00 | Becky Johnson Community Center, 412 SW 8th St, Redmond, OR 97756, Redmond, OR, 97756, United States
Reflexionemos sobre la Importancia de la identidad cultural latina, el uso de la lengua nativa y la preservación de las tradiciones y costumbres. Esta conversación es para personas que han emigrado de países hispanohablantes, o descendientes de inmigrantes (hasta la 3ra generación) que están interesados en reconectarse con su cultura. Aquí compartiremos historias y vivencias sobre el nivel de conexión que aún tenemos con nuestras raíces, y finalmente reflexionaremos sobre qué podemos hacer para reconectarnos en caso de que exista tal añoranza.

Cómo Escuchar Música de Forma Activa
2024-10-19 14:00 - 15:30 | Brooks Room, Deschutes Public Library, 507 NW Wall St., Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Goza la música a través de una comprensión más profunda.

En este taller, Armando Alcalde va a tocar la guitarra y explicar los detalles de lo que sucede en música. Vamos a usar jazz, bossa nova, y blues para mostrar los conceptos musicales, aunque las ideas aplican a todos losgéneros musicales. Los participantes aprenderán a entender la estructura de canciones, las funciones de instrumentos diferentes, cómo escuchar a los solos y mucho más. ¡Profundicen el goce de la música a través de una comprensión más profunda! Ojalá que puedan unirse a nosotros.
