Trailblazing in Space with Dr. Ellen Ochoa
Tower Theatre 835 NW Wall St., Bend, OR, United StatesThe first Latina in space, Dr. Ellen Ochoa has charted an inspiring path — as a researcher, inventor, astronaut with four missions and director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center. Join us for a stirring presentation as Ochoa speaks about the frontiers of space and the importance of breaking barriers, from championing diversity in the STEM…
Livable Future Forum
Open Space Event Studios 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend, OR, United StatesHow do we meet our community's needs without compromising the environment and all that makes Central Oregon so incredible? Through our Livable Future Forum, we'll explore that question and more as LandWatch program directors chat with knowledgeable local leaders about land use and livability topics. From the fascinating life and times of mule deer to the reality of…
Wild & Scenic Film Festival
Tower Theatre 835 NW Wall St., Bend, OR, United StatesOregon Natural Desert Association presents the Wild & Scenic Film Festival on Friday, October 4, 2024 — an unforgettable evening of captivating short films that address pressing environmental issues, highlight incredible work being done by activists around the world, and celebrate the beauty of our planet. Our carefully curated lineup will take you on a breathtaking…
Go Zero! Tour 2024
Residential buildings account for almost a quarter of all energy usage in the state of Oregon, and zero energy home design is an important strategy in climate adaptation. Join Solar Oregon for an open house tour of zero energy and "path to zero" homes across the state: the Go Zero! Tour 2024 presented by Energy…
Indigenous Speakers Series – Stories Are Good Medicine
High Desert Museum 59800 Hwy 97, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin us for an evening with New York Times bestselling author Angeline Boulley. Called an “Indigenous Nancy Drew,” her protagonists in Warrior Girl Unearthed and Firekeeper’s Daughter provide opportunities to see Indigenous children and teens as complex and nuanced individuals. Boulley will share her 38-year-long path to publication to demonstrate the importance of Indigenous storytelling. 5:30 pm – 6:30…
Deschutes Land Trust Open House
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 61980 Skyline Ranch Road, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin the Deschutes Land Trust at our annual Open House! October 8, 2024, 5-7pm (Remarks will begin at 6pm) Join us at our annual Open House on October 8th at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon in Bend. Celebrate an outstanding year of land conservation, community, and caring for the land! Learn about current Land…
Solarize Deschutes Campaign Online Workshop
Online EventIf you live in Deschutes County, register now to join us at 6:00 PM, October 8, to learn how you can benefit from installing solar panels and battery storage on your home. This free, one-hour presentation will be held online. You will learn about the Solarize campaign in your community, how solar energy works and…
Sunriver Fungi Fest and Mushroom Show
Sunriver Nature Center & Oregon Observatory 57245 River Rd, Sunriver, OR, United StatesCelebrate the fantastic world of fungi with Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory and the Central Oregon Mushroom Club on Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 10am to 3pm Know Before You Go FungiFest & Mushroom Show takes place on the campus of Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory, located at 57245 River Road in Sunriver. Tickets will be…
First Peoples Celebration with the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs
OSU Cascades 2600 Northwest College Way, Bend, OR, United States1 p.m. Native Culture Bearers Demonstrations Native Artists and Culture Bearers from the Tananáwit Artists Community of Warm Springs will demonstrate traditional tribal crafts and artistry. Members of the Warms Springs Natural Resources Department and Warm Springs Community Action Team will be on hand to discuss their work. Representatives of the Museum at Warm Springs…
Transforming School Transportation with Electric School Buses
Join this webinar to hear from Forth's panel of experts as they discuss inclusive strategies for the widespread adoption of electric school buses. You will also gain insights and learn best practices from Forth's Repower School Bus program, the Electric School Bus Initiative, and more.