Pedal for the Planet
2026-05-02 08:00 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Get ready to roll for a greener future! 350 Deschutes is excited to introduce Pedal for the Planet, our brand-new community bike ride and fundraiser happening Saturday, May 2, 2026. Join us in Bend as we hit the trails of beautiful Central Oregon to celebrate the outdoors, connect with neighbors, and support local climate action.
This fun community bike ride features a paved 12-mile loop starting and ending at Farewell Bend Park, traveling along the scenic Haul Road Trail and Rim Rock Trail to the Cascade Lakes Welcome Station and back. For families with little ones, the shorter Logger Loop (1.33 miles) offers a relaxed, family-friendly option—perfect for walking or riding together. Registration is open for both individuals and families, and bike rentals will be available, so everyone can join in!
This ride is more than just a day of cycling—it’s a movement for change. Every mile you pedal helps fund 350 Deschutes’ ongoing climate work, from advocating for clean energy to building a more sustainable Central Oregon. So grab your bike, bring your friends, and be part of the very first Pedal for the Planet. Let’s make this a tradition that keeps our community active, inspired, and committed to protecting the spaces we love.

Oregon Building Performance Standard
2026-05-06 11:30 - 13:00 | McMenamin’s, 700 NW Bond St., Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join experts to learn the Oregon BPS basics, explore incentives and get help with your next steps toward compliance.

Join Energy Trust of Oregon and the Oregon Department of Energy (ODOE) for a free, in-person session designed to help building owners and managers understand the Oregon Building Performance Standard (BPS) and take confident steps toward compliance. Lunch will be provided!
This session is ideal for anyone responsible for a building that is covered by the new BPS standard. You will hear an overview of the requirements, learn about support available through Energy Trust and explore incentives that can help offset the cost of energy upgrades.
During the event, you can:

Learn what the Building Performance Standard means for your property
Get guidance on reporting, benchmarking and compliance timelines
Discover how Energy Trust can support your work, including incentives and technical assistance
Ask questions directly to staff from Energy Trust and ODOE
Connect with peers who are navigating the same requirements

Happy Girls Run
2026-05-09 09:00 - 15:00 | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Grab your bestie and take in the beauty of Central Oregon as you embark on your scenic journey. You’ll be well-supported with multiple aid stations, medics and helpful event staff to make the day all about achieving your personal goals.
Happy Girls is all about embracing each and every woman’s fitness level. We believe that running is a way to achieve personal goals by overcoming fears and obstacles. Featuring out-of-this-world goody bags, cute t-shirts, cozy sweatshirts and lots of Happy Girls athletic wear too, it’s not just about the finisher’s medal (although that’s so cool!)

Rubbish Renewed Eco Fashion Show
2026-05-09 17:30 - 22:00 | The Pavillion, 1001 SW Bradbury Dr., Bend, OR, 97702, United States
An Electrifying Trash Fashion Show featuring designers from 14 different Central Oregon Schools, a diverse group of adult artists and aspiring trash fashionistas, a live auction of a select group of garments, and 9 local businesses celebrating their sustainable practices and competing for the Coveted Trash Trophy, all amplified by Flip Flop Productions professional stage, lighting, and sound! Join the fun May 9th from 5:30-10pm!

Sort it Out!
2026-05-11 00:15 - 13:15 | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Confused about what actually belongs in your recycling bin?
Join Deschutes County Solid Waste at the Redmond Library on May 11 from 12:15-1:15 p.m. for a fun, hands-on look at recycling in Deschutes County. Learn what can and can’t be recycled, where materials go after the curb, and how to avoid common recycling mistakes.
Whether you’re a recycling pro or just trying to figure out the pizza box debate, you’ll leave with practical tips to recycle right.
No registration required!

Oregon Coalition for an Environmental Rights Amendment Listening Tour
2026-05-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join the Ground Truth Listening Tour to help answer the question, “Does Oregon need a constitutional Right to a Healthy Environment?”
Come out to Open Space Event Studios on Tuesday, May 26th, at 6pm to experience a Ground Truth Listening Tour event! Listen to others share their story about environmental harm or you can share your own.

Stewards United and OCERA, the Oregon Coalition for an Environmental Rights Amendment, are coordinating a statewide series of listening events to help answer the question, “Does Oregon need a constitutional Right to a Healthy Environment?” For more information fo to StewardsUnited.org/listening or OCERAunited.org/listening and tell your friends!

Essential Practices for Central and Ductless Heat Pump Installations
2026-05-13 08:30 - 12:00 | Wille Hall, Coats Campus Center, Central Oregon Community College, Bend, 2600 Northwest College Way, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Heat pumps have proven to be an effective comfort solution for homes in Bend and the Central Oregon region – from central systems serving the entire home to single-zone ductless units, but only when designed and installed properly. This interactive class will focus on real-world installation practices that lead to satisfied customers, efficient operation, and long system life. Participants will also get hands-on experience using Bluetooth tools to assess system airflow and ductwork performance. This training is designed for contractors, HVAC installers and technicians, energy efficiency professionals, and other residential construction trades professionals serving Bend and the surrounding communities.
Come prepared with questions related to heat pump installation. Lunch will be provided at the end of the training. You can take it with you or stay and network. What you will learn: the right system size based on the home’s layout, heating and cooling load, and distribution system (ducted or ductless); site and install outdoor units properly to avoid noise complaints, drainage issues, and service challenges; prepare the installation to support system longevity and meet manufacturer requirements; ensure proper airflow and distribution, including duct system for central systems and effective indoor unit placement for ductless systems; verify system performance, including airflow, refrigerant charge, and system controls; provide practical tips for educating homeowners on system operation and maintenance to maximize comfort, efficiency, and equipment life.

Rooted at 19th Community Learning Garden Work Party
2026-05-13 17:00 - 19:00 | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
We’re excited to continue building the garden at the 19th Street Community Learning Garden! Please join us for our upcoming work parties to build 6 more garden beds. All dates scheduled from 5 PM to 7 PM at Rooted at 19th.
We welcome all ages and experience levels—whether you can stay for a short visit or the whole time, your presence and participation make a difference!Please bring water, gloves if you have them, and dress for the weather. Click the link below to register. We hope to see you there!

WWOLF at Fields Farm on Thursday, May 14
2026-05-14 08:00 - 17:00 | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
It’s planting season in Central Oregon, and our local farmers need a boost! Join the Willing Workers on Local Farms (WWOLF) pack on Thursday, May 14 at Fields Farm in NE Bend for a hands-on day of food, farming, and community.
This WWOLF event’s projects will likely include:

Planting potatoes
Transplanting tomatoes
The early work that brings the farm to life!

No farm experience required! Just bring your willingness to dig in, get your hands a little dirty, and support the farmers who keep Central Oregon nourished.
Why join WWOLF?

Make an immediate impact for a local farm
Learn what it really takes to grow food in our region
Connect with fellow Locavores (it’s more fun than a gym membership!)
Go home with dirt under your nails and a story to tell

May Action Night @ The Commons
2026-05-14 16:30 - 18:30 | The Commons Cafe and Taproom, 875 NW BROOKS ST., Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Tired of the news constantly spiking your cortisol? Same. That’s why we’re choosing to resist with joy. Join us for Action Nights, co-hosted with Oregon Sierra Club, Oregon Wild, Energize Bend, and Oregon Natural Desert Association.
Every second Thursday this summer, we’ll gather to turn frustration into real, local action. Our teams will break down the issues we’re working on and guide you through simple, meaningful ways to help like writing a postcard to protect public lands, signing a petition for climate policy in Bend, or crafting a public comment for an upcoming hearing.
This is a low-pressure, high-impact way to get involved, no experience or long-term commitment required. Come whenever you want, pick a table that has issues calling your name, and we will walk you through the actions you can take. Come meet like-minded folks, build community, and take action in a space that’s hopeful, social, and actually fun.
We’ll be hanging out at The Commons all summer—good people, good energy, and yes, a cheeky bev or two.

Interfaith Earth Summit 2026
2026-05-17 12:30 - 15:30 | Trinity Episcopal Church, 469 NW Wall St., Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join the Interfaith Earth Summit to learn about ways to stop oil and gas from expanding, keeping people and the planet safe and healthy.

From Ranch to Runway: An Evening with Jeanne Carver
2026-05-18 17:30 - 19:00 | 68467 Three Creek Rd,Sisters, OR
Carver shares her internationally acclaimed presentation, “From Ranch to Runway: An Evening with Jeanne Carver” at Pine Meadow Ranch in Sisters. The presentation – which has recently been shared with audiences in Italy, China, and Australia – will offer a rare opportunity to hear firsthand how local ranching practices are shaping global conversations around sustainability, fashion, and land stewardship.

This will be an intimate event for locavores and fiber arts enthusiasts, with ample time for questions, access to the garments worn by the USA Winter Olympics Team, and light refreshments provided.

Film Screening: Roots So Deep
2026-05-19 17:30 - 19:00 | Wille Hall, Coats Campus Center, Central Oregon Community College, Bend, 2600 Northwest College Way, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
On May 19th, HDFFA, Oregon Pasture Network (OPN), and Jeanne will host a film screening of Roots So Deep (You Can See the Devil Down There), a documentary series about regenerative agriculture, at COCC’s Willie Hall in Bend. The evening will include a panel discussion with Carver and OPN Program Director Mike Guebert, along with a locally catered meal from Spork.
The uniforms will once again be on display, and we will unpack and discuss the inspiring work of regenerative farmers and ranchers.

Pints & Politics
2026-05-21 17:30 - 19:30 | Broken Top Bottle Shop, 1740 NW Pence Ln #1, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Oregon League for Conservation Voters is back with Pints & Politics! This will be a fun evening with the community, spent unpacking what happened during the 2026 Legislative Session, and what we know of the results from the primary election.

Volunteer opportunities with Seed to Table Farm
2026-05-22 - 2026-10-29 | Seed to Table, 998 E. Black Butte Avenue, Sisters, OR, 97759, United States
Seed to Table hosts recurring volunteer opportunities throughout the growing season, inviting community members to spend time on the farm helping with seasonal tasks including planting, weeding, harvesting, and general field work. No gardening experience is needed — just a willingness to learn, spend time outdoors, and get your hands dirty. Volunteers go home with farm-fresh vegetables as a thank you for participating.
Kids are welcome to join with an accompanying adult.
2026 Community Volunteer Days:
– Friday, April 24 | 1:30–3:30 PM
– Friday, May 22 | 1:30–3:30 PM
– Tuesday, June 23 | 9–11 AM
– Thursday, July 16 | 9–11 AM
– Friday, July 31 | 9–11 AM
– Thursday, August 20 | 8–10 AM
– Tuesday, September 15 | 3–5 PM
– Friday, September 25 | 2–4 PM
– Tuesday, October 20 | 10 AM–12 PM (Volunteer Appreciation Potluck | 12–1 PM)
– Thursday, October 29 | 3–5 PM (Halloween-themed volunteer day — participants are encouraged to wear their best farming costume.)
Location:
Seed to Table Farm
E Black Butte Ave & N Dee Wright St
Sisters, OR 97759
Community members who would like to volunteer but need transportation are encouraged to email education@seedtotablesisters.org to inquire about carpool options.

From the Ground Up: Preparing Soil for Spring Growing
2026-05-26 15:00 - 17:00 | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Workshop #2 in this series!
A hands-on workshop focused on bed preparation, soil amending, and practical methods for building healthy, fertile garden soil suited to Central Oregon conditions.

Ecochella
2026-05-30 15:30 - 19:30 | Drake Park, 777 NW Riverside Blvd, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Our friends at Deschutes Youth Climate Coalition are putting on Ecochella! Think Munch n’ Music with more sustainability, local vendors and non-profits, and tons of folks amped about saving the planet.

Data Centers in Oregon: Opportunities for Public Engagement
2026-06-02 16:00 - 19:00 | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Oregon is seeing an unprecedented rise in data centers, resulting in a massive increase in demand for energy, water, and land. This is a critical moment to stand up to protect Oregon’s precious natural resources.
​Governor Kotek convened the Data Center Advisory Committee with the purpose of developing recommendations for a comprehensive regulatory framework to strategically pursue economic development opportunities, while ensuring utility costs, infrastructure investments, and environmental impacts remain sustainable and equitable for all residents, especially low-income and working families.
The Oregon Data Center Advisory Committee is holding monthly meetings as well as two public listening sessions, and they need to hear from you! This is an opportunity for members of the public to express their concerns and questions directly to the Committee.
Public Listening Session 2:
June 2, 2026 from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Join online via Zoom

Community and Desert Connection
2026-06-10 17:00 - 19:00 | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join Oregon Natural Desert Association for an evening gathering in Bend celebrating high desert conservation! Connect with ONDA staff, board members and fellow supporters while enjoying desert-themed activities. We’ll have complimentary light appetizers from Pizza Mondo, beer from Worthy Brewing, and other refreshing beverages. You’ll also have the opportunity to win great prizes from Namaspa Yoga, The Athletic Club of Bend, Sunriver Brewing, Newport Market, and Bend Pizza Kitchen.
Hear from our executive director, Ryan Houston, as he shares insights into ONDA’s conservation work, and learn how you can take action and advocate for the protection of Oregon’s high desert.
Mark your calendar now and stay tuned for more details. This event is free and open to ONDA supporters and desert-enthusiasts, so bring a friend! No registration required.

June Action Night @ The Commons
2026-06-11 16:30 - 18:30 | The Commons Cafe and Taproom, 875 NW BROOKS ST., Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Join The Environmental Center, The Oregon Sierra Club, Oregon Wild, Energize Bend, and The Latino Community Association for a night of joyful action! It’s exhausting trying to keep up with politics and issues impacting your community, so we made it easy! Join us as The Commons in Downtown Bend for an evening of learning about local policies and issues impacting your community, and ways you can help. When you complete an action, The Commons is giving us $1 off drinks, as well as tamales from our favorite spot in Central Oregon.
This is a free flowing event, so come whenever you have time, and our various groups will walk you through a local policy that needs your attention! No commitment, just discounted bevs and a good time.

Oregon’s Walk for Epilepsy
2026-06-13 08:00 - 17:00 | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The Epilepsy Foundation of Oregon’s Walk for Epilepsy.
Walk with us – in person or virtually – and help create a future of hope, connection, and strength. Together, with every action we take and every dollar we raise, we strengthen our shared vision: to ensure that no one faces epilepsy alone.
There is no fee to register, however when you raise $50 or more you’ll earn this year’s official 2026 Walk for Epilepsy – Bend event merchandise.

Register today!

Farm-to-Table Fundraiser
2026-06-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Corner of Shoshone and Pumice Butte Rd, Bend, OR 97702
Join us for a special Farm-to-Table Fundraiser at our Deschutes River Woods farm, BRUF (Braided Roots Urban Farm)! This is a small, intimate gathering – just 30 to 40 people, so there’s space to slow down, ask questions, and truly be part of the experience. Tickets are $40, and all proceeds go directly back into supporting our efforts to increase access to fresh, nourishing food in our community. Enjoy a guided farm tour, a locally sourced dinner, a presentation about our work, and a chance to connect while supporting community food access.

Oregon Origins Project
2026-06-25 19:30 - 2026-06-26 22:00 | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Oregon Origins Project presents a bold and multifaceted exploration of Newberry Volcano in central Oregon, the largest volcano in the Cascade Range. The June 25-26, 2026 program includes a new work for contemporary dance inspired by the caldera, an evening of Northern Paiute legends and stories, an exhibition exploring geology and transformation, and a special guided tour of the volcano for ticket holders. Tickets are flexible pricing with a minimum ticket price of $10.

Thursday, June 25 at 7:30pm: Stories of the Northern Paiute, a special gathering led by Wilson Wewa, the tribe’s spiritual leader and an enrolled member of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. Wewa’s presentation will range widely across the central Oregon landscape, including Wayahoo Panoona, as he shares oral histories, legends, accounts of war, and recent events related to the Northern Paiute presence in the lands that have been their homeland since time immemorial. A Q&A will follow Wewa’s presentation.

Friday, June 26 at 7:30pm: Echoes of Eruption, a new contemporary dance work commissioned by Oregon Origins Project from choreographer/composer Samuel Hobbs and performed by Hobbs’ innovative dance company push/FOLD. This substantial new work will take audiences into the molten heart of Newberry, layering and folding bodies in a sculptural exploration of churning magma, with a musical soundscape evocative of the glassy textures of the nearby Big Obsidian Flow.

Following the performance, University of Oregon geologist and Bend resident Daniele McKay will offer a multimedia guided tour of the caldera’s past, present, and future, illuminating the remarkable variety of volcanic features at Newberry and how it has shaped and continues to shape central Oregon. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A with the creative team.

Also, don’t miss Visual Echoes, a companion exhibition of visual artworks at the Scalehouse Collaborative for the Arts Annex between May 1-June 26, 2026.

Oregon Origins Project VIII: Echoes of Eruption is supported by the Ronni S. Lacroute Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation, Clabough Foundation, Tower Theatre Foundation, Waypoint Hotel, Reed College Master of Arts in Liberal Studies Program, Brooks Resources, Discover Your Northwest, and the Central Oregon Geoscience Society.

Little Farmers
2026-06-29 09:00 - 2026-08-17 10:00 | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
For Pre-K children (5 years and under) and their caregivers

This weekly program invites young children and caregivers to explore the farm together through sensory play, gardening, art, and nature-based activities in a welcoming outdoor setting.

Participants will spend the morning on the farm tending the student garden, cooking snacks, making art, exploring insects, and engaging in hands-on environmental education activities. This is a drop-off program.

Location: Seed to Table Farm
Corner of Black Butte Ave and Dee Wright Ave, Sisters, OR

All programs are free of charge. Pre-registration is required and opens weekly on Sundays at 7 PM, one week prior to each session.

Questions can be directed to: education@seedtotablesisters.org

Optimizing Summer Harvests: Supporting Plants Through the Season
2026-07-05 10:00 - 12:00 | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Work #3 in the series!

Participants will learn essential plant care techniques including trellising, pruning, harvesting practices, and identifying common pests and diseases to keep gardens productive through the summer months.

Resilient Gardens: Caring for Plants in a Changing Environment
2026-08-06 15:00 - 17:00 | 375 SW Powerhouse Dr Suite 100, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Workshop #4 in the series!

This workshop explores soil health, heat and shade management, pollinator-supporting ecosystems, succession planting, and strategies for maintaining resilient gardens during changing summer conditions.
