Practical Solutions for Selecting & Installing Exterior Insulation
2022-10-14 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join Josh Salinger of Birdsmouth Design-Build as he discusses the pros vs. cons of different exterior insulation approaches and practical in-field installation details. Gain key principles & practices to achieve durable and efficient wall design, including insulation strategies, product selection, and construction.

2022 Fall Ochoco Creek Clean-up
2022-10-15 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join SOLVE for the annual Ochoco Creek clean-up in Prineville. This cleanup is sponsored by Crook County Rotary Club, and Crook County Parks and Recreation District.

Happy Hour in the Garden
2022-10-18 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Avenue, Bend, OR, 97703
This year, Happy Hour in the Garden will run from March through October. Instead of weekly, this volunteer event will be on the *1st & 3rd Tuesdays*, kicking off Tuesday, March 1st. Stop by anytime between 4-6 on the following dates to help out in the garden and enjoy a bubbly beverage. Family friendly, no experience or tools necessary.
Contact Denise Rowcroft, Garden Program Manager, if you have any questions about getting involved.

March 1 & 15 (March & April beer sponsored by Worthy Garden Club)
April 5 & 19
May 3 & 17 (May & June beer sponsored by Boneyard Beer)
June 7 & 21

Due to summer trips, please note that summer dates (July & August) are the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month!

*July 12 & 26* (July & August beer sponsored by Deschutes Brewery)
*August 9 & 23* (Note, this is the 2nd & 4th Tuesday, rescheduled due to planned time off)
September 6 & 20 (Sept & Oct beer sponsored by 10 Barrel Brewing Co)
October 4 & 18

Every Brain Needs Music: The Neuroscience of Music-Making and Listening
2022-10-18 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Dr. Larry Sherman will provide insights into some of the most exciting brain research in recent years – the connection between music, brain development and the ways music can prevent or delay brain aging and help patients with damage to the brain. In this interactive experience, Dr. Sherman will mix musical performances, humor and neuroscience to reveal the amazing connection between music and brain function.
Register here!

Bend COTA Work Events
2022-10-20, 2022-10-27, 2022-11-03 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
When: Thursday Aug 11, Tuesday Aug 16, Tuesday Aug 23 and Tuesday Aug 30, 5:15 to Dusk
Where: Meet at the old Ray’s parking lot, NE corner of Simpson Ave and Century Drive in Bend
Worksite: Varies
There’s only one thing better than mountain biking in Bend, OR and that’s riding in Bend, knowing that you helped build and maintain the trails you love.
Please bring a hydration pack with water and a snack.
Be sure to bring appropriate layers to accommodate whatever the weather may be.
Questions? contact@cotamtb.com
All COTA trail work events require the following safety measures:
All participants are required to have the following protective clothing and equipment:

Sturdy shoes or boots
Gloves
Eye protection with clear or light colored lens
Long pants

Due to COTA’s insurance requirements and the inherent dangers of trail work, we must implement the following policy regarding children at work events:

For anyone 14 years of age or younger, we require one parent, guardian, or responsible adult for supervision of every four kids attending any COTA trail work events.
All minors under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian available to sign our waiver.

Anyone who arrives for a work event may be turned away if he/she cannot meet the above requirements.

Repair Café in Sisters
2022-10-20 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join us for our in-person Repair Café on Thursday, October 20, 5:30-7:30pm at The Deschutes Public Library in Sisters – 110 N Cedar St.
The Environmental Center’s Rethink Waste Project coordinates with an amazing group of volunteer fixers to host Repair Cafés every few months. This will be the second in-person Repair Café in Central Oregon since 2020. These free events connect people with broken stuff to people who like to fix stuff – they’re all about repairing things (together). Stuff like, jewelry, small appliances and electronics, outdoor gear, clothing, and more. Repair Cafés are held around the world! Repairing with other people saves natural resources, prevents waste, and cultivates community. Learn more at envirocenter.org/tec-events/repair-cafe/
Not sure if it can be fixed? Bring it!
Contact: udara@envirocenter.org with questions or if you’re interested in being a volunteer fixer!

Community Conversation About Houselessness In Sisters
2022-10-20 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Houseless In Sisters: Exploring The Factors That Contribute To Houselessness In Sisters
Join for an in-person community conversation hosted at the Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire Hall with panelists representing the Houseless Community, City of Sisters, Faith-Based Advocates, Deschutes Country, Sisters, Ranger District, and the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office.
Doors open at 5:30 pm for refreshments. The forum will start at 6:00 pm and conclude at 7:30 pm.

Design & Quality Control Best Practices for ERVs/HRVs
2022-10-21 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join Waylon White of Earth Advantage & Alex Boetzel of Green Hammer Design Build as they cover the spectrum of Good, Better & Best practices when designing and QC’ing heat recovery ventilator (HRV) / energy recovery ventilator (ERV) systems. Gain practical and necessary solutions to help you streamline your design and building practices to ensure efficient, effective ventilation systems.

Transplanting Workshop: Native Flowers, Shrubs & Conifers
2022-10-22, 2022-10-23 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Learn how you can have hardy, native flowers, shrubs, conifers and groundcovers for your property with a free permit and proper training. This popular half-day workshop and hands-on field trip will show you how and where to successfully dig, as well as where to go in our National Forests to adopt local native plants for your yard. The instructor and guide, Lee Stevenson – a specialist in native landscaping and founder of Project Ponderosa – will also share where each of the species can be found. $50 per person, limited space

Let's Talk About Electric Transportation!
2022-10-25 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join A Conversation About Electric Transportation and Your Community
Forth invites customers of Pacific Power to participate in focus groups to share their thoughts and suggestions with us. Your valuable insights will help shape Pacific Power’s Transportation Electrification (TE) Plans for Oregon.
On October 25, 2022, Forth is hosting a listening event in Redmond to address and answer your questions on this exciting new development in transportation and to take feedback and suggestions on how they can suit your needs.
A national transition to electric transportation is underway. Pacific Power wants to hear from the communities it serves to answer questions about electric vehicles, electric vehicle charging and your transportation needs and challenges.
Attendees will earn a $50 gift card as a token of appreciation for their time and effort. Meals will also be provided.
For more details, contact Forth’s Program Manager, JR Anderson at jranderson@forthmobility.org or (347) 306-0988.

Association of Oregon Recyclers: Sustainable Oregon 2022 Conference
2022-10-26 - 2022-10-28 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Agenda, Session Descriptions, and Speakers
The conference will kick-off with our keynote address by Rhodes Perry entitled “Imagine the Power of Belonging at Work.” He will also host a workshop, “Build Belonging at Work: Everyday Actions You Can Take.”
We’ll have concurrent sessions exploring: providing recycling and disposal services for bulky items for multifamily residents, equity in rate setting, incorporating equity into policy and program design, market trends, top trends in recycling through the lens of materials pricing, insights from Oregon DEQ’s Strategic Planning Listening Sessions regarding food systems, reuse and repair efforts throughout the state, recycling difficult to manage wastes (such as mattresses, wood, and refrigerators), and updates from Oregon DEQ on the Recycling Modernization Act.
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Heat Pump Water Heaters - Manufacturers Roundtable
2022-10-26 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Learn about the latest Heat Pump water heater developments from manufacturers themselves.

Oregon Outdoor Recreation Summit
2022-10-27 08:00 - 2022-10-29 17:00 | OR
​The 2022 Oregon Outdoor Recreation Summit (in partnership with the Oregon Trails Summit) combines fun and high impact, in-person networking opportunities with conference programming on the important issues of the day, educational content, trails stewardship work parties, and in-field tours and workshops.
The summit will convene Oregon’s diverse outdoor community to learn, build relationships, and find solutions to the challenges in developing and elevating outdoor recreation opportunities for all.

'Listen & Envision' for Businesses
2022-10-27 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
In this ‘Listen & Envision’ virtual session, Bend Chamber members will discuss challenges and opportunities for businesses in the Bend area.

Oregon Solar + Storage Conference 2022
2022-11-01 - 2022-11-03 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Want to connect with the Oregon solar and energy storage industries? There is no better way than the Oregon Solar + Storage conference!
This year’s conference is taking place November 1 – 3, 2022. Earn NABCEP CEUs, visit engaging exhibits, and hear from industry leaders about solar policy, storage, business development, land use, large scale development and more. Join OSSIA for one of the most comprehensive solar + storage conferences in the nation!

Virtual Book Discussion: There, There by Tommy Orange
2022-11-01, 2022-11-08 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
A wondrous and shattering novel that follows twelve characters from Native communities: all traveling to the Big Oakland Powwow, all connected to one another in ways they may not yet realize.
This chorus of voices tells of the plight of the urban Native American—grappling with a complex and painful history, with an inheritance of beauty and spirituality, with communion and sacrifice and heroism. Hailed as an instant classic, There, There is at once poignant and unflinching, utterly contemporary and truly unforgettable.
Request a copy of the book by emailing Geneva at gmayall2@cocc.edu while supplies last.
To register or for more information email odi@cocc.edu

Advocacy Training: Building a Relationship With Your Legislators
2022-11-01 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
FoFF’s goal in this advocacy workshop is to help farmers get comfortable with one on one meetings with their legislators for the 2023 session. Come to this first workshop, in a series of three, to learn why it’s important to have a personal connection with your legislator, what to expect when meeting with your legislators or staff, what is most helpful to share in these meetings, and how legislators consider personal stories from constituents in their decision making process. FoFF is partnering with Black Food Sovereignty Coalition to help you understand the importance of building relationships with your Legislators and using your voice to gain collective power.

USDA Roundtable: Food Loss and Waste Successes from the U.S. and Canada
2022-11-02 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join FAO North America on November 2nd as the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations’ North America Liaison Office co-host a virtual roundtable session to showcase “Food Loss and Waste Successes from the U.S. and Canada.” Speakers will share their experiences of increasing sustainable food management in Baltimore, Orlando, Vancouver, British Columbia, and Guelph, Ontario

Lawns, Beer, and Golf: Urban and Suburban Water Use in Central Oregon
2022-11-02 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
This seminar will focus on where the City’s water comes from, where it goes, and how the cities are conserving water and planning for growth into the next century.
Attend in person or online. Doors open at 6 pm.

All About ADUs
2022-11-03 08:30 - 12:30 | Central Oregon Association of Realtors, 2112 NE 4th Street, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join us for this 4-hour class intended for real estate and building industry professionals looking to increase their knowledge about ADU development in the City of Bend, OR.
This half-day course is intended to help real estate and building professionals understand the basic planning and building regulations for ADU development in the City of Bend. Participants will gain critical information to help them to respond to increasing client demand for properties with ADU potential, as well as the opportunity to earn the ‘ADU Specialist’ professional accreditation.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Understand what makes a property ADU-ready/eligible in Bend, OR
Learn what is involved in the process of getting approved to build an ADU
Analyze taxation, valuation and financing options for ADUs
Understand the ADU design, permitting, and building process (attached, detached, and garage conversion)
Gain access to resources to help your clients plan for their ADU (including a budget sample, contract types, development rebate programs, and more)
Gain insight on ADU regulations in the broader State of Oregon
Get answers to your ADU-specific questions

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InFARMation - Improving the Pickle Bill: More Opportunities for Small Farmer Value Added Products
2022-11-03 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Come find out about the current law and its existing barriers, learn about the details of FoFF’s new proposal and understand how you can get involved.

SheJumps & Stio "Know Before You Go" Avalanche Awareness Workshop
2022-11-04 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States

2023 Wild Desert Calendar Release Party
2022-11-04 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
You’re invited to join ONDA for an evening of striking high desert photography at the 2023 Wild Desert Calendar Release Party. Come to Immersion Brewing on November 4th to meet photographers and enjoy an evening filled with stunning images from your favorite high desert places.
This event is free and open to all, so invite a friend to come along. See you there!

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.

Madras Day of the Dead celebration and vaccine clinic
2022-11-05 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join LCA on November 5th, 2022 at The Latino Community Association in Madras and its community partners for the Day of the death celebration. Featuring: Art, Music, Folkloric dance, a vaccine clinic, free food for the first 100 persons, and food box distributions. No appointment is necessary for the vaccine clinic. Any questions call 541-325-6837.
Únase a nosotros el 5 de noviembre de 2022 en The Latino Community Association in Madras y sus socios comunitarios para la celebración del Día de los muertos. Presentando: Arte, Música, Danza folklórica, clínica de vacunas, comida gratis para las primeras 100 personas, distribución de cajas de comida. No es necesario cita previa para la clínica de vacunas. Cualquier pregunta llamar al 541-325-6837
231 SE 6th Street, Madras, OR 97741/

Removing Barriers to Net Zero Commercial-Industrial Development
2022-11-10 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Jean von Bargen Root’s Net Zero Fellowship research explores barriers and opportunities to advance net-zero energy in commercial-industrial developments in Oregon. With a focus on the Willamette Valley, Rogue Valley and High Desert, Jean evaluates current and future climate conditions and assesses how local development codes, standards and policies help or hinder net-zero performance in this building type. An accompanying design guide provides detailed design solutions for mixed-use office/industrial, warehouses, pre-engineering metal building and unoccupied service buildings.
Learn more about the Net Zero Fellowship and other research findings.
About the presenter:
Jean von Bargen Root AIA, LEED AP BD+C, Director of Sustainability at MWA Architects
Jean has been an architect and educator in the Pacific Northwest for more than 20 years and pursues projects that tackle sustainability and social justice. She oversees commercial-industrial, Net Positive and Living Building projects. She advocates for minority- and woman-owned businesses through her work with the National Organization of Minority Architects, student and professional mentorships, and in the development of project teams.
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