Events
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From the Ground Up: Preparing Soil for Spring Growing
Workshop #2 in this series! A hands-on workshop focused on bed preparation, soil amending, and practical methods for building healthy, fertile garden soil suited to Central Oregon conditions.
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Ecochella
Drake Park 777 NW Riverside Blvd, Bend, OR, United StatesOur friends at Deschutes Youth Climate Coalition are putting on Ecochella! Think Munch n' Music with more sustainability, local vendors and non-profits, and tons of folks amped about saving the planet.
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Community and Desert Connection
Join Oregon Natural Desert Association for an evening gathering in Bend celebrating high desert conservation! Connect with ONDA staff, board members and fellow supporters while enjoying desert-themed activities. We’ll have complimentary light appetizers from Pizza Mondo, beer from Worthy Brewing, and other refreshing beverages. You’ll also have the opportunity to win great prizes from Namaspa Yoga, The Athletic Club of…
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Farm-to-Table Fundraiser
Corner of Shoshone and Pumice Butte Rd, Bend, OR 97702Join us for a special Farm-to-Table Fundraiser at our Deschutes River Woods farm, BRUF (Braided Roots Urban Farm)! This is a small, intimate gathering - just 30 to 40 people, so there’s space to slow down, ask questions, and truly be part of the experience. Tickets are $40, and all proceeds go directly back into…
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Oregon Origins Project
Oregon Origins Project presents a bold and multifaceted exploration of Newberry Volcano in central Oregon, the largest volcano in the Cascade Range. The June 25-26, 2026 program includes a new work for contemporary dance inspired by the caldera, an evening of Northern Paiute legends and stories, an exhibition exploring geology and transformation, and a special guided tour…
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Little Farmers
For Pre-K children (5 years and under) and their caregivers This weekly program invites young children and caregivers to explore the farm together through sensory play, gardening, art, and nature-based activities in a welcoming outdoor setting. Participants will spend the morning on the farm tending the student garden, cooking snacks, making art, exploring insects, and…
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Optimizing Summer Harvests: Supporting Plants Through the Season
Work #3 in the series! Participants will learn essential plant care techniques including trellising, pruning, harvesting practices, and identifying common pests and diseases to keep gardens productive through the summer months.
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Resilient Gardens: Caring for Plants in a Changing Environment
Workshop #4 in the series! This workshop explores soil health, heat and shade management, pollinator-supporting ecosystems, succession planting, and strategies for maintaining resilient gardens during changing summer conditions.