Decluttering with the KonMari Method: COCC Continuing Education
2020-10-15, 2020-10-22, 2020-10-29, 2020-11-05 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
COCC’s Continuing Education Program is running a 5-class series with Marie Kondo’s trademarked method of decluttering expanded from her book The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up. One method of reducing waste and being environmentally friendly can be to minimize the amount of stuff that surrounds you. It can help your mind, your wallet, and your life.
What sparks joy for you?
Tidy Your Space. Spark Joy. Transform Your Life. The KonMari Method™ is the art of simplifying and organizing your home by choosing to keep the physical items that bring you joy and letting go of the rest with gratitude. Join Melissa Jean, a Certified Platinum KonMari Consultant, as she leads you through the philosophy, practice and practical application of tidying up your life and space using this method. This session will focus on books and students will spend time during class tidying up their own bookcases. Registration includes a 15-minute one-on-one session with Melissa after the class is over.
Focus areas with dates listed below. Classes taught online via Zoom, 9:30 am to 12:00 pm

Clothing – Oct 8
Books – Oct 15
Papers – Oct 22
Komono (Miscellaneous Items) – Oct 29
Sentimental Items & Mementos – Nov 5

Learn more about Melissa here.

Nature Night: A Closer Look at Microplastics
2021-01-27 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The large majority of plastic pollution, which is found in oceans, rivers and streams, and on land, is comprised of tiny particles and fibers smaller than five millimeters in size. It breaks down from larger plastic debris and is even shed from our clothing. Many of these microplastics are so small that they cannot be seen without a microscope. Join Deschutes Land Trust and Dr. Susanne Brander of Oregon State University to explore the tiny world of microplastics, including how these miniscule particles are detected and their potential effects on the natural world. Dr. Brander will also offer ideas about what we can do to stem the plastic tide. This presentation is free, but you must get your ticket online.

Zero Waste Communities in Action
2021-09-29 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
This is session 5 of the Climate Smart Glacier Country six-part virtual series “Beyond Recycling: Making Zero Waste Work”. This session will take a look at a few different places in the US to see what is and isn’t working in their efforts to adopt zero waste policies and practices in their communities.

States are Breaking Up with Plastic
2023-02-14 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Roses are red, violets are blue, states are working to break up with plastic and you should too.
Let’s face it — our relationship with plastics is toxic. Plastic lasts forever, which sounds romantic until you consider that virtually every plastic bag, straw, utensil, or wrapper that has ever escaped into the environment is still out there, infiltrating waterways, being ingested by hundreds of different species, and contributing to global litter. This Valentines Day, listen to speakers from Tennessee, California, Oregon, Washington, Illinois, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Washington, DC, discuss how States are leading the charge in ending our toxic relationship with plastic.
Register here.

Plastic-Free Back to School
2023-08-17 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
With summer winding down in the Northern Hemisphere, it’s back-to-school time for many students. While back-to-school time is usually associated with plastic binders, water bottles, pens, and other single-use plastics, it’s possible to avoid a school year filled with toxic plastic—and Plastic Pollution Coalition will show you how. On August 17, learn why reusable, refillable, non-plastic school supplies like stainless steel lunch boxes and food storage containers are better for student health, the planet, and wallets—and how to incorporate them into the school year. You will also discuss how schools can incorporate reusable, plastic-free items and practices into their operations.

Gardening for a Home Wildlife Haven
2025-02-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Have you ever wanted to help wildlife in your own yard, but don’t know where to start? What plants are the most beneficial? Join Deschutes Land Trust and naturalist Yvonne Babb to learn more about creating a wildlife haven at your own home, regardless of the size. Yvonne will share design principles, soil health, microclimates, key native plants, and more. Get inspired to create a yard that local wildlife—both large and small—will thrive in! This presentation is free and ticket sales open one month prior to the event.
