Building a Climate-Resilient Future: Innovative Design and New Public Policies
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesOregon’s second-largest source of climate pollution comes from the energy we use to heat, cool, and operate offices, commercial businesses, homes, and public buildings. These same buildings are also a line of defense against climate threats like extreme heat and wildfire smoke. Buildings are therefore an essential component in combating climate change and protecting us…
Sense of Place PNW Speaker Series: Indigenous Perspectives on Earth, Water and Sky, Featuring Roberta (Bobbie) Connor
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesBobbie is the director of Tamástslikt (Tah-MAHST-slickt) Cultural Institute, the 45,000 square foot tribally-owned museum on the Umatilla Reservation near Pendleton, Oregon. The Institute serves three goals: providing the most accurate history of the Cayuse, Umatilla, and Walla Walla peoples, perpetuation of tribal knowledges, and improving the Tribal economy. It is the only tribally-owned interpretive…
Delivering Community Clean Energy – Fall Conference (virtual) 2022
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesDon’t miss the “Delivering Community Clean Energy” virtual Fall Conference, hosted by the NW Energy Coalition and featuring clean energy expert panelists, on November 14 and November 17. The two half-day conference will cover issues like: Recent election results Renewable energy siting Increased funding for clean energy Hydropower impacts on salmon Join advocates, utility representatives,…
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…
Sustainability in sips coffee hour
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesVoices of the River Journal Launch Party
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesThe Voices of the River Journal is an extension of the work Confluence does in public gatherings, education programs in schools, and their Digital Library that features interviews, documentary shorts, photo galleries, and research papers on these subject managers exclusively from an Indigenous perspective. What: Voices of the River Journal Launch Party When: Friday, November…
Local Energy Forum: Creating an Energy Plan for Deschutes County
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesCome learn about local energy in Deschutes County and how you can get involved with planning for our energy future! Come learn about how we can plan for our energy future in Deschutes County! Where our energy comes from and how we use it are important factors in shaping our communities in Central Oregon. The…
Panel Discussion: Connecting with Our Military Communities
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin Eclipse Theater Community following the matinee performances of Craig Fox Had a Wife for a panel discussion. This event welcomes guests with experience and backgrounds in mental health, military service, and education to discuss the themes of the play, the veteran experience, and more.
Guided Family Nature Walks
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesEnjoy a stroll along lake, forest, and meadow habitats guided by a naturalist. You will search for daytime residents of Lake Aspen and learn about all the local wildlife and habitats. This family-friendly program is suited for all ages. You'll be exploring along trails, so make sure to bring water and dress for the weather.…
Winter Observatory Program
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesSeek the stars at the nation’s largest collection of publicly accessible telescopes. This 1-hour session starts out with an educational presentation, followed by night sky viewing through various telescopes with staff astronomers, and a guided constellation tour. All sessions will take place regardless of weather or visibility and activities may be modified as weather warrants.…