Happy Hour in the Garden
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesThis year, Happy Hour in the Garden will run from March through October. Instead of weekly, this volunteer event will be on the *1st & 3rd Tuesdays*, kicking off Tuesday, March 1st. Stop by anytime between 4-6 on the following dates to help out in the garden and enjoy a bubbly beverage. Family friendly, no…
Bringing Monarchs Back to Central Oregon
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesMonarchs are the most well known butterflies in the world, however their populations in both the western and eastern ranges are at risk of extinction. Creating monarch waystations and pollinator gardens are vital to the protection of this diminishing species. Join monarch expert, Tom Landis of Southern Oregon Monarch Advocates, and learn how you can…
Wednesday Birders
Nancy P's 1054 Milwaukee, Bend, OR, United StatesMeet up with others in our intrepid group for local birding. We meet at Nancy P's Bakery on Newport Avenue just east of Newport Market in Bend. From there we depart on weekly half day or full day trips to venues in our area. Meet-up times are usually 7AM in the Spring and Summer and…
Volunteer Connect Board Fair
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United States26 Community Organizations Seeking Board Members! Interested in being a board member? To give you an insider’s look, Volunteer Connect is hosting our fifth annual Board Fair. You’ll have a chance to meet with 26 of the area’s top nonprofits, in a lively “speed-dating” environment at this free event. Bend 2030 Bend Spay and Neuter…
Green School Showcase
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin schools and sustainability leaders to celebrate student accomplishments, and learn ways to strengthen programs live sustainably at home and school. Light refreshments will be served thanks to BLPSD Nutrition Services and generous community donations.
Monarchs, Milkweeds –– and You!
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesMonarch Advocates of Central Oregon want to see more iconic Monarch butterflies in Central Oregon and invite you to learn about the Monarch’s migration through our area and find out how you can support them through local habitat restoration, citizen science projects, and more! Speakers include Katya Spiecker, founder of Monarch Advocates of Central Oregon;…
Old Mill Bird Walk
Old Mill District 475 SW Powerhouse Dr , Bend, OR, United StatesOld Mill Bird Walks occur every other Friday, beginning April 1st through May 27th. Time: 10:00 AM - 12 noon Location: Meet at The Old Mill Ticket Kiosk. Binoculars are available for check-out. What: A leisurely walk around the Old Mill property adjacent to the Deschutes River. Who is invited: Walks are appropriate for all ages and interested parties, from novices to…
Chippin’ In for Bend Area Habitat Golf Tournament
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesOur 4th Annual Fundraising Golf Tournament will be at Bend Golf & Country Club this year. We will have a 1 pm Shotgun start followed by a buffet dinner, prizes, awards and silent auction.
COTA Spring Fling
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesMeet: The COTA Bunker, 63075 Crusher Ave, Bend OR, 97701. Near the intersection of Archie Briggs and O B Riley roads. Work site: TBD There’s only one thing better than mountain biking in Bend, OR and that’s riding in Bend, knowing that you helped build and maintain the trails you love. Please bring a hydration…
Getting Started-Protection, Amending Soil and What to Plant
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesWant to learn more about gardening? Please join OSU Master Gardeners and OSU Staff at many of our offerings. All speakers share research based gardening information specific to Central Oregon. For a full schedule of "Gardening, Get Good At It!" please visit the website.