Food
Fresh vs. Frozen?
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin COCC Cascade Culinary Institute to hear about the latest science in the fresh vs. frozen debate from Ann Colonna of the OSU Food Innovation Center. Learn about the latest processes for flash frozen seafood and vegetables and even participate in a blind taste test of fresh vs frozen Oregon seafood prepared by COCC Cascade…
Want more info on the food system groups in this year’s Give!Guide? Join FoFF for the Food System Jam! FoFF will be joined by the Black Food Sovereignty Coalition, Growing Gardens, Zenger Farm, Rogue Farm Corps, and the Farmers Market Fund for this virtual event to talk about how their work complements and helps FoFF…
EARTH DAY FAIR & PARADE
The Environmental Center 16 NW Kansas Avenue, Bend, ORAfter a two-year hiatus from large, in person events, we’re so excited to bring back the annual Earth Day celebration. At this time, we are planning to move forward with a street fair on Kansas Ave and a short parade route in downtown Bend. This family-friendly event features live music and performances, food trucks, kids’…
Springs to Sprouts
Spring to Sprouts is Coalition for the Deschutes' annual field trip, farm tours, and complimentary BBQ lunch in Jefferson County. Meet farmers as they take you on a tour of their farms along with a tour of Central Oregon Seed in Madras. Space is limited. Email Brooke for questions or more information. brooke@coalitionforthedeschutes.org
High Desert Garden Tour
Join us for the 27th annual High Desert Garden Tour! This year will feature six gardens in the Bend area. Ticket books are $10.00 per person and include map/driving directions to garden locations. Children 18 and under are free. Ticket books will be available beginning Thursday, July 7th: In Bend, Moonfire and Sun Nursery, Strictly…
Empowering Families Luncheon
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 61980 Skyline Ranch Road, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin the Latino Community Association on Friday, December 1st from 11:30am- 1:00pm at Unitarian-Universalist Fellowship for the annual Empowering Families Luncheon. This is a special opportunity to join with like-minded, generous, and passionate people who care about justice and equity for Central Oregon's immigrant families and neighbors.
RiverFeast 2023
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesRiver lovers, it's time to gather again to celebrate this beautiful watershed we call home. On Thursday, May 4th, join the Deschutes River Conservancy to learn about their latest restoration initiatives, uplift diverse perspectives, and spend quality time with fellow river champions. Enjoy passed appetizers and a signature cocktail as you mingle in the beautiful…
Happy Hour in the Garden
The Environmental Center 16 NW Kansas Avenue, Bend, ORJoin us in our Kansas Avenue Learning Garden for our ongoing volunteer work party series. In 2022, volunteers contributed over 200 hours to help keep our learning garden maintained over the growing season. We couldn’t do it without you! This event is open to all ages and gardening abilities! No experience or tools required. Beer…
Happy Hour in the Garden
The Environmental Center 16 NW Kansas Avenue, Bend, ORJoin us in our Kansas Avenue Learning Garden for our ongoing volunteer work party series. In 2022, volunteers contributed over 200 hours to help keep our learning garden maintained over the growing season. We couldn’t do it without you! This event is open to all ages and gardening abilities! No experience or tools required. Beer…
Happy Hour in the Garden
Join us in our Kansas Avenue Learning Garden for our ongoing volunteer work party series. In 2022, volunteers contributed over 200 hours to help keep our learning garden maintained over the growing season. We couldn’t do it without you! This event is open to all ages and gardening abilities! No experience or tools required. Beer…