Western Monarch and Pollinator Spring Migration Celebration
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesThe Monarch butterfly is vulnerable. There were an estimated one billion North American Monarchs twenty years ago. Today there are about 33 million. But their decline is only part of this compelling story. The Western Monarch—our Monarch butterfly—has seen a much greater population decline; yet dedicated study on their dwindling numbers only began in 2012.…
Spring Wildflowers and Magnificent Mountain Views on Gray Butte
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesThe Gray Butte Trail winds through the juniper forest and sagebrush slopes of Gray Butte. Hikers will be rewarded with sights of spring wildflowers such as phlox, lupine and balsamroot. And, if the wildflowers are not enough, the views of the Crooked River National Grasslands below and the snow-capped Cascades will be spectacular. Perhaps you…
4th Annual Furniture Flip
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesThink HGTV’s Flea Market Flip! Each year, ReStore hosts the Furniture Flip Design Challenge, where dozens of teams compete by redesigning 3 pieces of furniture and home accessories, in a one month time period. The final designs will be on display for bidding around Earth Day. ReStore is partnering with DIYcave for this upcycle event of the year. All proceeds from…
Happy Hour in the Garden
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesJoin 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…
Public Meeting for Tumalo Watershed Plan
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesA Draft Watershed Plan-Environmental Assessment (Plan-EA) has been released for the Tumalo Irrigation District Irrigation Modernization Project. The public is invited to attend a meeting about the Draft Plan-EA. The purpose of the meeting is to inform the community of the Draft Plan-EA and to gather public comments. The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) developed…
Literary Central Oregon
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesDo you love history? Literature? And Central Oregon? REGISTER: 541- 408-4509 or email esantasiero@gmail In this 8-week class, read and discuss some of the best fiction, nonfiction, and poetry about and inspired by our natural and cultural landscapes. Guided by the work of historic and contemporary regional writers, both long-time residents and newcomers to the region can connect more deeply with…
Green Drinks at Wild Oregon Foods
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesThis month, come check out Wild Oregon Foods, a diner-style restaurant committed to creating delicious, fresh food. They source their ingredients from farms all over Central Oregon and the Pacific Northwest to craft beautiful, healthy, modern-day delicatessen dishes. Come check out the restaurant for yourself and enjoy a bite from Chef James and his team. Learn about Wild Oregon Foods' dedication to sustainable business practices and our community. Plus, check out their catering services and upcoming events.
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…
Writing About (this) Place
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United States8-week class in place-based writing REGISTER: 541- 408-4509 or email esantasiero@gmail Inspired by the natural, cultural, and figurative landscapes of central Oregon and by select prose and poetry from our region, we develop and invigorate our own writing in all genres. Let’s see where an exploration of this particular place takes us as writers! Emphasis on place-based…
LandWatch Spring Hike 1
Deschutes Brewery Public House 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, United StatesLandWatch is excited to offer a series of spring walks to some of the most spectacular field sites in Central Oregon as part of our Rivers & Springs program. These trips include beautiful springs, pristine riparian corridors, and dramatic stream and river confluences. We will explore some of the region's fascinating hydrology, including the connection…