Worthy's Earth Day Celebration Party
2019-04-20 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Worthy Brewing is launching new cans, new merchandise, and a serious yet playful mantra – ‘Earth First. Beer Second.’ Each can portrays Worthy’s mantra on the label, along with Worthy’s commitment, ‘Worthy donates a % of sales to Earth-friendly non-profits,’ which speaks to Worthy’s dedication to environmental stewardship.
On Saturday, April 20, 2019, Worthy Brewing is hosting an Earth Day Celebration party at its east side location to celebrate the release of its new cans and mantra. Following The Environmental Center’s Earth Day parade and fair, Worthy invites you to head on over for a full afternoon and evening of entertainment!
Here’s the schedule:

12-2PM, Solar viewings
3-4PM, 30-minute brewery tours
3:30-4:30PM, selling succulents in Worthy’s new cans (all proceeds donated to The Environmental Center)
3:30-5PM, Worthy’s community partners will be set up on Worthy’s patio to share their mission ,
5:30-7:30PM, Precious Byrd takes the stage
8-8:30PM, Worthy & The Environmental Center will select and announce the 3 raffle winners [prizes include: REI lounge basket, Brasada Ranch 2-night staycation, and a wheelbarrow full of Worthy’s new cans of beer]

Worthy chefs will be offering a special patio menu, featuring vegetarian/vegan menu options.

Patagonia Worn Wear Tour
2019-04-21 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Do you have any fly fishing gear that isn’t keeping you dry? Do you have leaks or seams in your waders that are leaving you soggy after a day on the water? Worn Wear will be fixing ANY brand of waders and ANY brand of clothing, for free!
One item per person on a first come, first served basis. Waders must be dry.

Earth Day at Tentsile
2019-04-22 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Join Tentsile to celebrate Earth Day, drink free beer, and listen to live bluegrass music – all while benefiting the Deschutes Trails Coalition. We’re excited to host The Pitchfork Revolution, a true blue Northwest band!
This free, all-ages event will feature Trail Beer courtesy of 10 Barrel, kombucha by Humm, and tacos for purchase by El Sancho taco cart. Buy a raffle ticket for $5 to support the Deschutes Trails Coalition: grand prize giveaway is a two-person tree tent, the Connect ($450 value).
Space is limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot at this spring kickoff and locals-only party!

Feathers, Fur, and Feelers: Deschutes River Residents
2019-04-22 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Globe-trotting photographer, Dave Rein, keeps it mostly local in this upcoming presentation. Dave will share some of his most endearing photos of wildlife as well as scenic shots of Central Oregon rivers and beyond. Along the way, he’ll offer photographic tips and tell tales about his encounters and adventures. Dave has an affection, and a keen eye, for river otters!
Doors open at 6:00 pm. Please RSVP. Suggested donation $2-$5 at the door.

10 Barrel Charity Night
2019-04-23 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
10 Barrel Eastside Pub is stepping up to support The Environmental Center this month! Join us on Tuesday, April 23rd to enjoy some great food and beer in support of local sustainability. 10 Barrel will donate all proceeds between 5-9pm to The Environmental Center. Plus, our team will be hanging out in the pub to help you find ways to connect with our work. Stop by our table to chat!
Thank you, 10 Barrel Brewing Co. for supporting sustainability in Central Oregon.

2019 Oregon Active Transportation Summit
2019-04-24 - 2019-04-26 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
On April 24-26, summit attendees will join leaders from across Oregon and beyond for networking, sharing best practices, and shaping the future of transportation.
Transportation, planning, tourism, and health professionals; policymakers; advocates; researchers; and visionaries will come together to share the latest and greatest on what investing in biking, walking, and transit means for our communities. Check out the complete overview of the summit and register today!
**Prices will increase on March 22.

UP North Loop Talks
2019-04-24, 2019-05-07 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Imagine walking out your front door one day in May and not coming back until early November, covering more than 2,600 miles on foot between those two days.
That’s just what Ras and Kathy Vaughn did last year when they embarked on a journey through the Pacific Northwest, stitching together portions of several long trails in order to create one massive loop hike.
Ras and Kathy – also known as Team UltraPedestrian – were the first people to ground-truth a possible cross-country connection between the Idaho Centennial Trail and the Oregon Desert Trail, a route which also includes extensive cross-country travel. With a bit of shimmying through canyons and a few twists and turns, they made it work.
This adventurous thru-hiking duo will be presenting near you soon:
UP North Loop Talks

April 11, 7 p.m. | Footzone, Bend, OR
April 24, 7 p.m. | Mountain Supply, Bend, OR
May 7, 6 p.m. | Deschutes Public Library, Downtown Bend, OR

Garden Educator Network: Spring Lessons in the School Garden
2019-04-25 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Our Spring Garden Educator Network Event will be a short workshop with local gardener and author, Kaci Rae Christopher, whose first book, The School Garden Curriculum, will be published in April! This workshop will go over some of her favorite spring garden lessons with kids, and you’ll leave with hands on ideas to do in your classroom or garden this spring. We are going to pre-order a handful of her books to be able to pass on a discount to our local garden educators at this event. Be sure to let us know if you are interested in purchasing one!
After the workshop, we’ll tour around the OSU Extension demonstration gardens and enjoy beverages while we share more informal ideas among each other for getting kids involved in garden based education this spring.

Bend COTA Work Events
2019-04-25, 2019-05-02, 2019-05-09 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
When: 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 helped build and maintain the trails you love.
Please bring a hydration pack with water and a snack.
Be sure to bring appropriate layers to accommodate whatever the weather may be.
Questions? contact@cotamtb.com
All COTA trail work events require the following safety measures:
All participants are required to have the following protective clothing and equipment:

Sturdy shoes or boots
Gloves
Eye protection with clear or light colored lens
Long pants

Due to COTA’s insurance requirements and the inherent dangers of trail work, we must implement the following policy regarding children at work events:

For anyone 14 years of age or younger, we require one parent, guardian, or responsible adult for supervision of every four kids attending any COTA trail work events.
All minors under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian available to sign our waiver.

Anyone who arrives for a work event may be turned away if he/she cannot meet the above requirements.

Screening of "The Age of Consequences"
2019-04-25 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The Bend Senior High School Environmental Club will offer a free public viewing of the movie, “The Age of Consequences”. Doors will open at 5:30pm if you want to meet our team and learn more about the background of the movie.
“The Age of Consequences” is a feature-length bipartisan documentary released in 2016 that investigates the national security and global security concerns exacerbated by climate change. Many veterans, government personnel from our department of state or defense, and current military personnel.
Watch the trailer here.

Bend Bike Swap
2019-04-26 - 2019-04-28 | Thump Coffee, 549 NW York, Bend, OR, 97703, United States
Buy and Sell Used Bikes and Gear!

Bend Bike Swap will be organized by the Bend Endurance Academy and hosted by Thump Coffee in Northwest Crossing. The Bend Endurance Academy will continue the tradition of offering an assortment of gear for mountain biking, road cycling, cyclocross while making customer service a high priority. Commissions from sales raise important funds to support BEA’s Youth and Junior Development Programs.
Friday April 26:

All pre-checked items are transported to the Swap site at Thump Coffee
Online registration ends at Noon
Final chance to register your items on-site at Thump Coffee 3 – 7 PM

Saturday April 27:

Swap is OPEN 10 – 6 PM

Sunday April 28:

Swap is OPEN 9:30 – 3 PM
Sellers must collect all unsold items 4 – 6 PM

Central Oregon’s Water Resources in a Changing Climate
2019-04-26 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
What impacts will a changing climate have on our rivers, communities, and water supplies? Come learn about how water works in the Deschutes Basin and the strategies available to create resiliency in the face of a changing climate.
Speakers will share their expertise and findings from the Basin Study that will help solve legacy water issues in the basin, and that can also be used to adapt to changing water supplies predicted for the future.
Jonathan La Marche, Hydrologist with the Oregon Water Resources Department, will discuss the unique hydrology of the Deschutes Basin and the changes we might expect under climate change.
Kate Fitzpatrick, Program Director of the Deschutes River Conservancy, will explain how water is currently managed in the Deschutes Basin and what kind of strategies partners are implementing to meet needs into the future for our rivers and communities.

Desert Naturalist Hike Series: Chimney Rock Family Scavenger Hunt
2019-05-01 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
On Saturday, June 1st, celebrate the 10th year of the Oregon Badlands Wilderness by exploring the surrounding area on a family adventure with author Wendy Gorton of 50 Hikes with Kids: Oregon and Washington (a National Outdoor Book Award prizewinner)! We’ll explore one of the hiking routes and scavenger hunts from her book — kids will receive their own nature journal, learn how to stop and try to identify species, do nature photography with camera phones, and “power up” by stopping at switchbacks and playing nature games.
Difficulty: Moderate. At 2.8 miles round trip with 566 feet elevation gain, this is considered a challenging hike for little ones but very do-able with plenty of stops and water! Bring layers, water, a hat, sunscreen, first aid kit and any other items your child needs to have a good time outdoors.
Plenty of mid-day snacks will be provided by Newport Avenue Market. Attendees are welcome to pack additional lunches.
Please note that space is limited and pre-registration via Eventbrite is required. If the trip is filled when you go to register, we encourage you to sign up for the waitlist as spaces do open up on these hikes. Click here to register.

Mythic Wolf Stories
2019-05-01 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Central Oregon Chapter of Great Old Broads for Wilderness and Oregon Wild are sponsoring a conversation and presentation by Susan Strauss. Susan will present ancient stories from world cultures that pre-date the Dark Ages of Europe and the advent of such misleading tales as “Little Red Riding Hood”.
The purpose of the evening is to be inspired by this ancient wisdom to write letters objecting to the Trump Administration’s proposed delisting of the wolf from the Endangered Species List. All letters will be collected at the end of the evening and mailed in bulk to the Center for Biological Diversity. This will support the Center’s legal efforts to thwart the wolf’s delisting.
Please register in advance.

National Historic Preservation Month Kick-Off Party
2019-05-03 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Every May, Deschutes County Historical Society and our partners celebrate the myriad of ways that historic preservation enhances our quality of life. With a full schedule of events, it is easy to understand why This Place Matters.
What is historic preservation? Historic preservation means saving the story of us—the communities we cherish, the parks we love, the buildings we admire, the little stories we always share with visitors. From ancient cultures through the growth of our communities among the sagebrush, it is about saving the places, buildings, artifacts, stories, and memories that preserve and enhance our story.
Sponsored by the Deschutes County Historical Society, the Bend Chamber of Commerce, Deschutes County Historic Landmarks Commission, City of Bend Landmarks Commission, City of Redmond Landmarks Commission, and the Deschutes Land Trust.
A full schedule of events for the month is now available on the Deschutes Historical Museum website.

2019 Food & Farm Directory Release
2019-05-03 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The 8th Annual Food & Farm Directory from High Desert Food & Farm Alliance is a 48-page comprehensive community resource and guide to Central Oregon food. The directory is full of information to connect High Desert citizens and visitors with food that is grown, raised and produced in our region. It will introduce you to the local family farmers, ranchers, and businesses that are committed to producing, purchasing, and providing local food to Central Oregon communities.
The directory is FREE, and can be found first in The Bulletin’s May 3rd edition or at FootZone Bend downtown during First Friday on May 3rd, from 5-7 p.m.

4th Annual Faces of Farming Gala
2019-05-03 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Central Oregon Locavore presents:
Innovation in Farming
4th Annual Faces of Farming Gala, Silent Auction and Farm to Table Feast
Do you love fresh, nourishing food and the hard-working souls who make it possible?
Join Central Oregon Locavore on Friday, May 3rd, at The Tetherow Resort Event Pavilion for an evening of artful and delicious surprise, designed to honor the hardy and dedicated people who grow and raise our food in Central Oregon.
This event will include a photograph narrative of our local farmers and ranchers, a silent auction, local wine, beer and cocktails, and an extensive menu showcasing the bounty of local farms and ranches brought to you by Chef Miguel and the culinary team at Tetherow.
This years theme is Innovation in Farming. As casually observed by many, and truly noticed by few, farmers are the ultimate innovators. From fixing broken machinery, to crafting complex security systems for curious livestock, to gently tricking plants to a higher yield, an extra month of production, or an early germination, farmers and ranchers are the ultimate craftsman. It takes a certain type of ingenuity, or mad genius, to contend with nature. And farmers have just that type of genius it takes. After all, necessity is the mother of creation. Faces of Farming serves to connect those passionate about our sustainability, cultivates strong relationships and celebrates the potential in all of us.

4th Annual Spring Farm & Food Faire
2019-05-04 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The Central Oregon Community College (COCC) Sustainability Committee, in partnership with Central Oregon Locavore and the High Desert Food & Farm Alliance, is hosting the 4th annual Spring Farm & Food Faire on Saturday, May 4th, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Coats Campus Center in Bend. Rain or shine, this event is free and open to the public.
The Spring Farm & Food Faire is an opportunity to browse, taste, and talk about local food. Purchase early-season crops, eggs, meats, seed starts, honey, or sign up for community-supported agriculture (CSA) and herdshare memberships from 15+ area farms and ranches. The faire also serves as ​a place to learn about farm dinners, events, and volunteer opportunities scheduled throughout the year.

Tread Lightly Talk and Community Discussion
2019-05-04 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
In January, Roundabout Books began a #treadlightly campaign and removed single use products such as paper cups, plastic cups, straws, and bags.
On May 4th, they will offer an in depth look at the 3 R’s that even Kindergartners know: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Why is it important, why it matters, what it looks like and what you can do to Rethink Waste.
Presenters: Ani Kasch from The Environmental Center and Patricia Williams from Cascade Disposal

Core Area Project Pop-Up Event
2019-05-04, 2019-05-06, 2019-05-09 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Get Involved in the Core Area Project! Help shape the heart of Bend by attending an upcoming event.
City of Bend staff will be at six different locations throughout the month of May to inform the community about the Core Area Project and encourage more people to attend the June 15 Community Workshop. Pop-in to any of the events while enjoying some of your favorite local hangouts.
Saturday, May 4: Box Factory 4-6 p.m.— 550 SW Industrial Way
Monday, May 6: Grocery Outlet 4-6 p.m— 694-B SE 3rd Street
Thursday, May 9: Boneyard Brew Pub 4-6 p.m. — 1955 NE Division Street
Thursday, May 16: Backporch Coffee Greenwood 8-10 a.m— 706 NE Greenwood Avenue #140
Monday, May 20: Webskis/Webcyclery (Old Stone Church) 4-6 p.m — 157 NW Franklin Avenue
Thursday, May 23: Humm Kombucha 4-6 p.m— 1125 NE 2nd Street (there will also be live music at this event!)
Don’t forget to save the date for the Community Workshop on June 15 10am-Noon at Bend High School Commons.

Happy Hour in the Garden
2019-05-07 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
This 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 experience or tools necessary.
Contact Denise Rowcroft, Garden Program Manager, if you have any questions about getting involved.

March 1 & 15 (March & April beer sponsored by Worthy Garden Club)
April 5 & 19
May 3 & 17 (May & June beer sponsored by Boneyard Beer)
June 7 & 21

Due to summer trips, please note that summer dates (July & August) are the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month!

July 12 & 26 (July & August beer sponsored by Deschutes Brewery)
*August 9 & 23* (Note, this is the 2nd & 4th Tuesday, rescheduled due to planned time off)
September 6 & 20 (Sept & Oct beer sponsored by 10 Barrel Brewing Co)
October 4 & 18

The Dam Fiasco at Bull Flat: A look back at the 1913-1914 Tumalo Project
2019-05-07 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
One hundred years ago the State of Oregon stepped in to help settlers in the Tumalo area salvage their crushed dreams. A rogue’s gallery of grifters, chiselers, swindlers and cheats had left hundreds of settlers high and dry. The State’s well-intended plans to bring irrigation to the area went awry. Join Mike Berry for a presentation on the follies and foibles of the Tumalo Project.

Free Workshop for Foodservice Professionals
2019-05-08 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Enhancing restaurant profit and sustainability by reducing food waste
An ongoing challenge in the food industry is keeping your food costs down without diminishing food quality. One of the keys to success is food waste prevention. Join national experts Dr. Steve Schein and Ned Barker to learn more about how to reduce food waste in your business, empower your employees, reduce your environmental impact, and improve your bottom line. These interactive workshops will help you create a Strategic Roadmap for your business based on best practices from the Hotel | Kitchen toolkit, http://hotelkitchen.org/. Some pre-work will be suggested.
Who should attend
The workshops provide skills and resources ideal for Restaurant Managers and Chefs, Catering Sales Directors, Food & Beverage Directors, Executive Chefs, General Managers – virtually anyone working in foodservice / culinary supervision or management.

Green Drinks in Sunriver
2019-05-09 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Please RSVP in advance!
Head out to Sunriver for the next Green Drinks event! Sunriver Brewing Co. is hosting at their production facility to give us a glimpse of the craft brew action. Come see how this family-owned brewery is working to embed principles of sustainability – within their operations and in their three pubs – through mindful actions like eliminating plastic straws, replacing single-use to-go bags with reusable bags, setting up a compost system, and organizing river clean-ups in the local community.
Join us to learn more from Sunriver Brewing’s Sustainability Manager, tour the production facility, and taste some award-winning beers.
*This event is at the production facility, NOT the brewpub in The Village. Please note the address.
CARPOOLS ENCOURAGED! Login to DriveLessConnect.com. Click “Ride Match” (at the top) then click “View Events.” From here, you can add your carpool trip.

WILD UTAH: America's Red Rock Wilderness Film Screening
2019-05-09 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
WILD UTAH: America’s Red Rock Wilderness is a 14-minute documentary that advocates for protecting more than 9 million acres of federally managed public lands as Wilderness, areas of pristine natural beauty, unique and untrammeled ecosystems, and unfathomable cultural significance. This film takes the viewer through the diverse landscape and draws upon diverse voices to tell the story of why these lands are worth protecting, why oil and gas production, off-road vehicle use, mining, and even politicians are risking the integrity of the landscape, and what can be done to ensure these public lands are protected for generations to come.
Join us for the screening of the film and a discussion about public lands and what you can do to protect them.
Sponsored by Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance. Please RSVP on Facebook or email waor@suwa.org.
