March for Science Central Oregon
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesIn 2017, more than one million people worldwide gathered together in the largest event for science advocacy in history. In 2018, we unite again to hold our elected and appointed officials responsible for enacting equitable, evidence-based policies that serve all communities and science for the common good. March for Science Central Oregon will be held Saturday, April 14, 10am at the Drake Park…
Spring Farm & Food Faire
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesThe Central Oregon Community College (COCC) Sustainability Committee, in partnership with Central Oregon Locavore and the High Desert Food & Farm Alliance, is hosting the 3rd annual Spring Farm & Food Faire on Saturday, April 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Coats Campus Center in Bend. Rain or shine, this event is free and open to the public. The Spring Farm & Food Faire is an…
Literary Central Oregon
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesDo you love history? Literature? And Central Oregon? REGISTER: 541- 408-4509 or email esantasiero@gmail In this 8-week class, read and discuss some of the best fiction, nonfiction, and poetry about and inspired by our natural and cultural landscapes. Guided by the work of historic and contemporary regional writers, both long-time residents and newcomers to the region can connect more deeply with…
Juniper Group Program Night
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesWildlife Conservation in East Africa Protecting East Africa’s wildlife and wild lands, including one of the greatest populations of elephants left in East Africa, Big Life Foundation employs hundreds of Maasai anti-poaching rangers using tracker dogs and aerial surveillance to protect nearly 2 million acres of wilderness in the Amboseli-Tsavo-Kilimanjaro ecosystem. Since 2008 a dramatic…
Bend COTA Work Events
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesWhen: 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…
BendFilm Presents Evolution of Organic
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesOscar winner Frances McDormand narrates the story of a motley crew of back-to-the-landers, spiritual seekers and farmers’ sons and daughters who reject chemical farming and set out to explore organic alternatives. Their heartfelt journey — funny, engaging, informative and filled with iconic music from the 60s — is what brought organic produce into mainstream markets…
Writing About (this) Place
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United States8-week class in place-based writing REGISTER: 541- 408-4509 or email esantasiero@gmail Inspired by the natural, cultural, and figurative landscapes of central Oregon and by select prose and poetry from our region, we develop and invigorate our own writing in all genres. Let’s see where an exploration of this particular place takes us as writers! Emphasis on place-based…
Earth Day Fair & Parade
The Environmental Center 16 NW Kansas Avenue, Bend, ORJoin The Environmental Center for a fun and festive celebration of the natural world! Our day of festivities kicks off with a colorful, creative parade filled with children and adults costumed as their favorite plant or animal. Get ready for the parade by creating your own costume! 11:00 am: Assemble on Louisiana Avenue next to McMenamin’s 11:30am: Parade starts (about…
Drivers of Innovation
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesDriverless cars, big data, complete streets, smart busses, artificial intelligence – the future of transportation is changing. So is Bend – 50,000 more people in the next ten years. Will the chicken be crossing the road by foot, in a self-driving car, or pedaling a bike? Get in the conversation – Monday, April 23, 6:00…
Wild and Scenic Rivers: An American Legacy
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin acclaimed photographer and author Tim Palmer as he inspires us with stories and shares his awarding winning photos with us. This year is the 30th anniversay of the Upper Deschutes River being designated Wild and Scenic and the 50th anniversary of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. Tim will reveal the history and essential policies of…