From Community Secrets to Public Apology: Lessons from The High Road
Wille Hall, Coats Campus Center, Central Oregon Community College, Bend 2600 Northwest College Way, Bend, OR, United StatesDuring World War II, the names of 16 veterans were removed from a public honor roll in Oregon. All were Japanese Americans who served our country while their families were incarcerated on American soil. In 2022, the Oregon Legislature passed a bill to dedicate the Oregon Nisei Veterans WWII Memorial Highway in Hood River. Join…
Author Event: To The Gorge with Emily Halnon
Dudley's Bookshop is thrilled to host Emily Halnon in celebration of the release of her new book, ‘To the Gorge: Running, Grief, and Resilience & 460 Miles on the Pacific Crest Trail’ on Thursday, May 16th from 7 - 8:30pm.‘To the Gorge’ is a riveting narrative of love and loss, grief and joy, as one…
Nature Kids: Flower Power!
Whychus Canyon Preserve Sisters, OR, United StatesJoin the Deschutes Land Trust and Karen Walsh for Nature Kids! Get outside and explore the nature of Central Oregon on guided family nature walks just for kids ages 5-10. Kids and their families can explore, imagine, and grow through hands-on activities and experiences outside. During May, we’ll explore the world of flowers! Learn how…
COCC Salmon Bake
COCC 2600 NW Collge Way, Bend, OR, United States
APIC Harmony
Tower Theatre 835 NW Wall St., Bend, OR, United StatesAsian & Pacific Islanders Talent Showcase. APIC Harmony is an initiative by the Asian and Pacific Islander Collective (APIC) to contribute to the cultural vibrancy of Deschutes County. Collaborative exhibitions featuring arts and performances will be featured. MC’d by Matikas Grace with special guest Nan-mix (Maria Smith)!
Garden Clean Up at Franklin’s Corner Pollinator Garden
Franklin's Corner Pollinator Garden Bend, OR, United StatesMay 21 and May 28 9:00-10:00 AM No registration. Just show up. NE 9th and NE Franklin, Bend Bring weeding tools, shovel, bucket, gloves, hat, sunscreen, water. Franklin's Corner pollinator garden is co-located with the community vegetable garden. The pollinator garden demonstrates waterwise landscaping with native pollinator plants. It's maintained entirely by volunteers.
Happy Hour in the Garden
The Environmental Center 16 NW Kansas Avenue, Bend, ORJoin us in our Kansas Avenue Learning Garden for our ongoing volunteer work party series. In 2022, volunteers contributed over 200 hours to help keep our learning garden maintained over the growing season. We couldn't do it without you! This event is open to all ages and gardening abilities! No experience or tools required. Beer…
Chaco For Life Tour at Crux
Crux Fermentation Project 50 SW Division Street, Bend, OR, United StatesREPAIR CUSTOMIZE CHILL Come celebrate 35 years of Chaco with us on the Chaco For Life Tour! Visit our mobile factory to get your trusty Chacos repaired*, create your own custom sandals (adult sizes only), grab some swag, or just kick it with us. *Each first repair is FREE; any additional sandals will be repaired…
Chaco For Life Tour at Crux
Crux Fermentation Project 50 SW Division Street, Bend, OR, United StatesREPAIR CUSTOMIZE CHILL Come celebrate 35 years of Chaco with us on the Chaco For Life Tour! Visit our mobile factory to get your trusty Chacos repaired*, create your own custom sandals (adult sizes only), grab some swag, or just kick it with us. *Each first repair is FREE; any additional sandals will be repaired…
May Green Drinks
Kobold Brewing The Lair 1043 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin the staff of The Environmental Center and host Kobold Brewing for a social gathering on Thursday, May 23rd for May Green Drinks. Have a cold one, on us– join us at Kobold Brewing for Green Drinks! Over appetizers and beverages, you'll have the opportunity to network with fellow sustainability enthusiasts and hear about Kobold's…