Sisters Community Cleanup Day
2026-04-18 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | fir street park, 130 N Fir St, Sisters, OR, 97759, United States
Join C4C, the City of Sisters, SOLVE, and Sisters Park & Recreation District (SPRD) for a community-wide cleanup on Saturday, April 18. With signature support from Hayden Homes – and just in time for Earth Day – this is a chance to flaunt your civic muscles, rally your friends for a morning of public service, and help spruce up the town.

Kids’ Entrepreneur Market
2026-04-18 13:00 - 16:00 | Elks Lodge, Three Sisters Room, 63120 Boyd Acres Rd, bend, Oregon
Join us for our annual Kid’s Entrepreneur Market where kiddos from all over Central Oregon set up their own tables and booths to sell the creations they have made! Bring cash and get ready to find the perfect gift.

Kids’ Entrepreneur Market on April 18th
2026-04-18 13:00 - 16:00 | Elks Lodge, Three Sisters Room, 63120 Boyd Acres Rd, bend, Oregon
Join Bend’s favorite market supporting the kiddos! Browse a variety of crafts, projects, and incredible work for sale from young entrepreneurs.

Accompaniment Training
2026-04-18 18:00 - 20:00 | OR
If you have completed the MW training and would like to help by driving people to their ICE check-ins or court hearings, this training is for you.

Who Uses the Water in Central Oregon? Cities, Farms, Rivers, and How It’s Distributed
2026-04-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Worthy Brewing, 495 Northeast Bellevue Drive, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
As canals turn on and river levels shift, many people ask: who uses the water in Central Oregon and how is it distributed? This Raise the Deschutes seminar investigates where the water goes, who holds the rights to it, and how it is managed across an overallocated basin. We will explore municipal systems, irrigation, and instream flows, and what this water year looks like. This seminar coincides with the City of Bend’s 100th anniversary and the Deschutes River Conservancy’s 30th year.

Let's Talk Housing Solutions
2026-04-21 17:30 - 19:30 | Open Space Event Studios, 220 NE Lafayette Ave, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Hosted by Central Oregon YIMBY, 1000 Friends of Oregon and Central Oregon LandWatch
What can YOU do about the housing crisis? Come find out!
Join us for an interactive workshop, learn about upcoming policy changes in Bend, explore strategies for lowering rents and affordable housing. Plus, free pizza!
Hosted by Central Oregon YIMBY, 1000 Friends of Oregon and Central Oregon LandWatch

COMMUNITY LITHIUM-ION BATTERY RECYCLING EVENT
2026-04-25 09:00 - 15:00 | OR
Mt. Bachelor Rotary, Bend Rotary, and Greater Bend Rotary are teaming up to host
a community lithium-ion battery recycling event on Saturday, April 25. This free
event gives Central Oregonians an easy, responsible way to recycle old lithium-ion
batteries and rechargeable devices that often sit forgotten in junk drawers.
Community members are invited to bring items such as smartphones, tablets, laptops,
electric toothbrushes, power-tool batteries, rechargeable vacuums, wireless
headphones, and other lithium-ion battery-powered devices.
Drive-through locations in Bend from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.:
 Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (61980 NW Skyline Ranch Rd.)
 Nativity Lutheran Church (60850 Brosterhous Rd.)
 Deschutes Children’s Foundation East Campus (2125 NE Daggett Ln.)
In addition, a drop-off booth will be part of the Environmental Center’s Earth Day
Celebration on April 25, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Alpenglow Park (61049 SE 15th St.)
As our world increasingly electrifies, from vehicles to home energy systems, lithium-ion
batteries are at the center of powering a cleaner future. These batteries contain
valuable materials such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, and copper. When recycled, more
than 95% of these metals can be recovered and reused to create new batteries and
sustainable energy products right here in the United States.

Earth Day Fair and Celebration
2026-04-25 11:00 - 15:00 | Alpenglow Community Park, 61049 SE 15th St OR 97702, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
An Annual Celebration of Earth And Community.
This family-friendly event will feature a lively and inclusive celebration where people of all ages are encouraged to wear costumes that showcase their favorite thing about planet Earth. The fair will feature food vendors, booths, performers and artists.

Pedal for the Planet
2026-05-02 08:00 - 12:30 | OR
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.

Happy Girls Run
2026-05-09 09:00 - 15:00 | OR
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!)

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.

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.
