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  • Rethink Waste Community Innovation Fund Info Session

    The Environmental Center 16 NW Kansas Avenue, Bend, OR +1 more

    Do you have an idea for reducing waste in your neighborhood, workplace, school, your favorite park or restaurant, or other community space, but aren’t sure how to get started? Apply for the Rethink Waste Community Innovation Fund! Attend an info session in-person at The Environmental Center or Virtually to get your questions answered. SIGN UP…

    Free
  • Allyship, Genderless Mothering, and Self-Transformation w/Jodie Patterson

    Wille Hall, Coats Campus Center, Central Oregon Community College, Bend 2600 Northwest College Way, Bend, OR, United States

    Jodie Patterson explores the lithe art of Genderless Mothering - a unique form of social activism that embraces feminism, Black pride, and LGBTQIA+ activism. Patterson will share her personal story…

  • Dive into the Hive: Explore the World of High Desert Bees

    Zoom

    January 23, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Online, Free Discover Oregon's high desert bees in a captivating online presentation by Lincoln Best where he’ll explore their diversity, habitats and crucial ecological roles. Register here. --- We are pleased to announce Oregon Natural Desert Association’s 2024 High Desert Speaker Series! The Speaker Series fosters a deeper understanding of ecology,…

    Free
  • The Remarkable Native Bees of Central Oregon

    Tower Theatre 835 NW Wall St., Bend, OR, United States

    Did you know Oregon has more than 700 species of native bees?!? We say “more than" because, in fact, no one actually knows how many native bees call the state…

  • RESCHEDULED – Garden Educator Network: Nurturing the Soil, Nurturing the Soul

    The Environmental Center 16 NW Kansas Avenue, Bend, OR

    We are partnering with Shiv Shakti to bring our Garden Educator Network a free training titled "Nurturing the Soil, Nurturing the Soul". From Shiv: "This isn't just a lecture; it's a love letter to the land and the magic it holds. Imagine understanding the earth beneath your feet not just as dirt, but as a dynamic,…

    Free
  • EDCO January Central Oregon PubTalk

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

    EDCO’s Central Oregon PubTalk is a happy hour aimed at bringing together different facets of the business community in one place to network, share ideas and further local businesses.Agenda: Community Spotlight: Oregon Outdoor Alliance (OOA) Tyson Perkins, Operations Manager, OOA Company Pitch: Broke Supply Co. Anne Price, Founder, Broke Supply Co. Ryan Price, Co-founder and…

    $32 – $48
  • January Green Drinks: Learn About Wildfire in the Deschutes National Forest

    Cascade Lakes Pub 21175 SE Reed Market Rd, Bend, OR, United States

    Discover Your Forest's Wildland Fire Education Coordinator will host an evening of conversation and trivia focusing on wildland fire and Central Oregon's forest ecosystems.  The conversation will highlight Discover Your Forest's partnership with the Forest Service and other local organizations to create public education opportunities supporting the Forest Service's Wildfire Crisis Strategy. REGISTER HERE!

    Free
  • Drum-Making Class: Celebrating the Work of Frederick Douglass and Bob Marley

    COCC Redmond 2324 NE College Lp, Redmond, OR, United States

    Black History Month is celebrated in part because of the contributions of abolitionist Frederick Douglass and activist Bob Marley, who exposed racism, poverty, and violence in the world while teaching all to passionately advocate for humanity. Come celebrate their contributions by creating joy with this drum-making event. COCC Redmond Campus, Student Commons (RTEC). Space is limited.…