Indigenous Perspectives of Earth, Water and Sky – Featuring Dr. Nour E. Rawafi

Dr. Nour E. Rawafi is an astrophysicist and a Principal Professional Staff member at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). Dr. Rawafi is the project scientist of NASA's Parker Solar Probe mission, launched on August 12, 2018, which is the record holder of the closest human-made object to a star (i.e., the Sun) and…

Bend Celebration: 50 years of keeping Oregon wild

Worthy Brewing 495 Northeast Bellevue Drive, Bend, OR, United States

This year, Oregon Wild celebrates 50 years of protecting wildlands, wildlife, and waters and we are planning events all over the state to invite our members, supporters, partners, and lovers of the wild in all corners of the state to join us for gatherings of celebration and community. Join us in Worthy Brewing’s Hop Mahal…

The Journey of the Monarch Butterflies in the Learning Garden

The Environmental Center 16 NW Kansas Avenue, Bend, OR

Join us in celebrating Welcoming Week 2024! This will be a family-friendly event at the Environmental Center's Learning Garden, focusing on the journey of the Monarch Butterfly! There will be a film about monarchs, kids activities, food, and resources to take home. No RSVP required!

Free

Día de Las Monarcas, Celebrating the Magic of Migration

Pioneer Park Northwest Wall Street, Bend, OR, United States

Join us on a special day dedicated to the astonishing migratory journey of monarch butterflies with Indigenous performances, a Mayan writing workshop, a butterfly reflection walk, and storytelling. Transportation is available upon request. Food and educational resources are provided.  No registration is required. For transportation needs you can email priscilla@envirocenter.org or call/text at (541) 508-5410 Únete a nosotros en…

Free

Taller presencial sobre la campaña Solarizando Deschutes

SCP Redmond 521 Southwest 6th Street, Redmond, OR, United States

Si vives en el Condado de Deschutes, inscríbete y acompáñanos el 23 de septiembre a las 6:00 p.m. para aprender cómo puedes beneficiarte instalando paneles solares y almacenamiento en batería en tu hogar. Esta presentación gratis de una hora se ofrece de forma presencial en español en SCP Hotel Redmond. Obtendrás información sobre la campaña…

Free

SheJumps x Between Evergreens | FTW Group Ride Series | OR

Join SheJumps as they partner with Between Evergreens for a monthly meet-up mountain bike ride series! Their monthly summer SheJumps FTW (Femme Trans Women) group rides are back in cooperation with Between Evergreens on the last Wednesday of August and September. You will meet at Between Evergreens at 5:00, spin out to Phil's Trailhead at…

September Green Drinks with Deschutes Trails Coalition

Embark 2843 NW Lolo Dr., Bend, OR, United States

The Deschutes Trails Coalition is thrilled to be co-hosting the September Green Drinks with the Environmental Center on September 26th from 5:30-7:30pm at The Embark Coworking Community. For the event, they will be showing two thought-provoking films that are closely tied to their pillars of social, environmental, physical, and economic sustainability. Please join us as…

Drop it, Swap it – FREE Reduce and Reuse Event 2024

Deschutes County Road Department Parking Lot Southeast 27th Street, Bend, OR, United States

Drop it Swap it is an event where people bring small, portable items that are clean and in good working condition, which they no longer want or need. Items are dropped off early, categorized, and then displayed on swap tables where participants can browse and find something new to take home. These Free Swaps are a…

NatureConnect Fest

Alpenglow Community Park 61049 SE 15th St OR 97702, Bend, OR, United States

NatureConnect Fest is returning in 2024!  NatureConnect Fest (formerly Discover Nature Festival) celebrates the diversity of ways that we all connect with nature. The event will provide something for everyone, including nature arts and crafts, STEM activities, outdoor recreation, music, food, and more. Bring your family out to try a new outdoor activity, connect with amazing community organizations, and…