Universal Representation Community Forum
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesFARMWORKER OVERTIME For too long farmworkers have been excluded from receiving overtime pay. This exclusion has roots in the racist 1938 Federal Labor Standards Act, which sought to deny Black farmworkers from this benefit. This exclusion was wrong in 1938 and it’s wrong now. Farmworkers deserve to be paid for their hard work just like…
The Father’s Group Film Series Presents: A Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin for a night of celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. with The Father's Group, a local Black-led non-profit that works to enhance the lives of children through education, leadership, and networking; while strengthening our community, eliminating barriers, and helping individuals reach their full potential. The Father's Group is presenting a full month of films in…
Central Heat Pumps – Find the most cost effective solution for your home
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesIf you are contemplating installing a heat pump to heat and cool your home, it can be confusing to understand all the various options and configurations. Join the Electrify Coalition as they discuss the key elements to understand, and explore which type of central heat pumps are most cost effective to help you make the…
If I Had a Billion Dollars: How We Can Transform Oregon’s Transportation Future
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesThe federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) is sending nearly a billion dollars to Oregon, with more on the table in the form of grants. If the Build Back Better Act passes, Oregon could see even more transportation dollars. The Clean and Just Transportation Network is hosting a panel discussion of leaders from communities…
Oregon’s Fisher and Marten
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesIn your travels across Oregon, you may have seen a marten. Or was it a wolverine? Or…maybe it was a fisher? Well, if these questions ever crossed your mind, this is the webcast for you! On January 19th join guest biologist Dr. Katie Moriarty, a research scientist with the National Council for Air and Stream…
Indigenous Perspectives on Earth, Water and Sky, Featuring Larry Campbell
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesSwinomish Elder Larry Campbell (Wanaseah) has been actively involved in Coast Salish tribal affairs for 40 years. He has an extensive background in cultural resources, tribal policy, government-to-government relations, and community health. Larry has a Bachelor of Arts degree in tribal government. He co-manages the Swinomish Community Environmental Health Program.
Sustainable Homes Project Showcase
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin for this exciting new event where you’ll hear rapid-fire project presentations from graduates of the Sustainable Homes Professional (SHP) accreditation training! Tap into insights from some of the freshest minds and building best practices that SHP participants have to offer. Hear from speakers that are building industry professionals and who have been selected for…
Connecting with the Big River: Introduction to Confluence
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesCurious about how Confluence got started? Want to explore their five completed art landscapes? Interested in the work they're doing in schools? Join Founding Board Chair Antone Minthorn (CTUIR) and Executive Director Colin Fogarty for a discussion about where Confluence began, how it has evolved and where they're going in the future. You'll also hear…
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…
Factory Farm Gas Webinar: Oregon Needs Real Climate Solutions
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesExperts agree, we must decrease methane emissions now to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. Instead of facing the fact that agriculture is the leading source of methane emissions in Oregon, leaders have pushed false solutions, like factory farm gas. Together, we can change that and push for real solutions!