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Eagle Watch Celebration in Culver
Eagle Watch – A “Culver Tradition”! Eagle Watch is a free, family fun event, at Round Butte Overlook Park. It will be held on February 27 & 28, 2016. 10 – 4 on Saturday, 10- 3:30 on Sunday. This is the peak time to see resident and migrating eagles soar over the picturesque cliffs of…
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Eagle Watch Celebration in Culver
Eagle Watch – A “Culver Tradition”! Eagle Watch is a free, family fun event, at Round Butte Overlook Park. It will be held on February 27 & 28, 2016. 10 – 4 on Saturday, 10- 3:30 on Sunday. This is the peak time to see resident and migrating eagles soar over the picturesque cliffs of…
Fuels tax factual information open house
The City of Bend invites the community to a fuels tax informational Open House from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday, February 29, at Council Chambers in City Hall, 710 NW Wall Street. City Manager Eric King will present an overview of City finances and their connection to streets maintenance at 6 p.m. Following…
Facing Climate Change
The apocalyptic story of the current climate crisis is nothing new. What is new is the research emerging on why we have failed to act. Social psychologists have recently identified some of the reasons behind the inertia caused by fear, guilt, anger, despair and helplessness. These are the emotions experienced by the very individuals ⎯you and…
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Bend Central Westside Plan Open Houses
See what the future might look like for Bend’s central westside neighborhoods! Bend’s central Westside is rapidly changing. After more than a year of community input, the City of Bend has developed a preferred land use concept. Now, the City needs your input about how the transportation system might change to support this future land…
The Children’s Forest Volunteer Training
The Children’s Forest is offering our first ever volunteer training for community members interested in working with environmental education and family programs. The training will provide skills for leading effective outdoor activities, group management in the outdoors, and natural history skills. Volunteers will learn about several education programs offered through Children’s Forest partners which provide ongoing volunteer…
Home Repair and Weatherization Event
Join NeighborImpact and Sisters Habitat for Humanity to learn more about services offered to qualified individuals including: Free Weatherization Services Free Home Energy Audits No Cost or Low-Cost Home Repair 0% Loans for Home or Septic Repairs If your home is in need of repair, your septic system in need of improvement, or you are…
Wednesday Birders
Wednesday Birders
Meet 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…
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Bend Central Westside Plan open houses
See what the future might look like for Bend’s central westside neighborhoods! Bend’s central Westside is rapidly changing. After more than a year of community input, the City of Bend has developed a preferred land use concept. Now, the City needs your input about how the transportation system might change to support this future land…
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First Friday House Party at SJC
You are invited! First Friday House Party The Social Justice Center will be welcoming our newest arrivals. Our community is growing and we are fortunate to have great folks like these who are active in the community for social justice. Kor Community Land Trust Bend Immigration Group Lourdes Sanchez Law Group We will be gathering for…
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Bloom Project Giveback Night @ Portello Winecafe
You are invited to come support The Bloom Project by stopping by for a glass of wine, appetizers or dinner at Portello Winecafe in Northwest Crossing. A portion of the proceeds from the evening will be donated to The Bloom Project to support our mission. Looking forward to seeing you!
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Wednesday Birders
Wednesday Birders
Meet 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…
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Fruit Tree Pruning Class
Two hour class on fruit tree pruning in the field – the same class will be offered at two different locations. Morning class will be in Madras from 9:30-11:30 am. Afternoon class will be held in Prineville from 2:00-4:00 pm. Class size will be limited, so pre-registration is required. Cost is $15 per person. Location…
ReStore’s Furniture Flip Application Due
This competition is designed to raise funds for Bend Area Habitat for Humanity and to raise awareness of creative reuse by demonstrating the unlimited possibilities of donated ReStore items. If approved to be a designer, you'll be challenged to redesign one to three pieces of furniture/home accessories using items found at the Bend Habitat ReStore,…
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Adopt-A-Trail Training (Bend)
COTA’s trail adoption program has been revised and we are pleased to offer training sessions to everyone interested in learning more about the work that goes into building and maintain the trails we all ride. This will be the second of four sessions available over the next several months. We will outline the adoption process…
Discover Nature Day
Presented by the Children’s Forest of Central Oregon partners, Discover Nature Days are free family events throughout Central Oregon that connect children and families to the wonder of nature. Birds of Prey: Experience an up close encounter with a raptor, learn about its amazing adaptations, and play a game about bird migration.
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Forest Service Presents Climate Change Information
BEND– In mid-March a nationally known forest researcher with the Forest Service’s Pacific Northwest Research Station and a researcher with the School of Environmental and Forest Sciences at the University of Washington jointly will present their recent assessments of the impact of climate change on national forests in South-Central Oregon in Bend, Ore. Dr. Dave…
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Chuck Gates: Birds of Oregon’s High Desert
In the third installment of the Bend edition of ONDA’s High Desert Speaker Series, local birding expert Chuck Gates shares about the amazing birds of Oregon's high desert. He'll highlight the threats these amazing creatures face, as well as recent successes that have saved many lives. You'll leave inspired by these majestic birds, with everything…
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Native Bee Block Workshop
We know honey bees are in trouble, but native wild pollinators are also vital in pollinating our flowers, vegetables, fruit and nut trees. Their natural habitat is disappearing and these bee blocks will help the critters by providing homes. Join us for this native bee block building workshop, everyone welcome. We'll provide blank wood pieces…
Wednesday Birders
Wednesday Birders
Meet 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…
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Pints & Politics
Join OLCV, friends and community members to hear from local candidates who care about protecting Oregon’s natural legacy. Meet candidates for Bend City Council, Gena Goodman-Campbell and Barb Campbell, and candidate for Bend Mayor, Sally Russell. Learn why Gena, Barb and Sally are running, ask questions, and find out how you can ensure the Bend…
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Earth Hour @ Deschutes Brewery
Join the Bend Energy Challenge as Deschutes Brewery Pub powers down and turns off the lights from 8:30 - 9:30 on Saturday, March 19th in honor of Earth Hour -- or host an event of your own!
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KPOV Youth Radio Camp
Want to learn how to create a radio show at a radio station and have a blast making it happen? At the KPOV Youth Radio Camp, KPOV will teach participants how to be a DJ, interview a friend, talk live on the radio, and tell a story with sound effects, music, and humor. They will…
Spring Break Youth Radio Camp
Want to learn how to create a radio show and have some fun making it happen? KPOV will be holding our Youth Radio Camp again this Spring Break! The camp will be held March 21-25 in the KPOV studio, at 501 NW Bond Street in Bend. The camp is for youth grades 4-7, ages 9-13, and…
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KPOV Youth Radio Camp
Want to learn how to create a radio show at a radio station and have a blast making it happen? At the KPOV Youth Radio Camp, KPOV will teach participants how to be a DJ, interview a friend, talk live on the radio, and tell a story with sound effects, music, and humor. They will…
Spring Break Youth Radio Camp
Want to learn how to create a radio show and have some fun making it happen? KPOV will be holding our Youth Radio Camp again this Spring Break! The camp will be held March 21-25 in the KPOV studio, at 501 NW Bond Street in Bend. The camp is for youth grades 4-7, ages 9-13, and…
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KPOV Youth Radio Camp
Want to learn how to create a radio show at a radio station and have a blast making it happen? At the KPOV Youth Radio Camp, KPOV will teach participants how to be a DJ, interview a friend, talk live on the radio, and tell a story with sound effects, music, and humor. They will…
Spring Break Youth Radio Camp
Want to learn how to create a radio show and have some fun making it happen? KPOV will be holding our Youth Radio Camp again this Spring Break! The camp will be held March 21-25 in the KPOV studio, at 501 NW Bond Street in Bend. The camp is for youth grades 4-7, ages 9-13, and…
LED Lighting Fair
Discount LED light bulbs available at The Environmental Center! Products for sale will include the following below, and some limits will apply (2 Energy Savings packs + 10 other bulbs, 1 Energy Savings Pack + 11 other bulbs, or 12 other individual bulbs): Energy Savings Packs with 6 LED lamp bulbs (A19) and one low-flow shower…
Wednesday Birders
Wednesday Birders
Meet 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…
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KPOV Youth Radio Camp
Want to learn how to create a radio show at a radio station and have a blast making it happen? At the KPOV Youth Radio Camp, KPOV will teach participants how to be a DJ, interview a friend, talk live on the radio, and tell a story with sound effects, music, and humor. They will…
Spring Break Youth Radio Camp
Want to learn how to create a radio show and have some fun making it happen? KPOV will be holding our Youth Radio Camp again this Spring Break! The camp will be held March 21-25 in the KPOV studio, at 501 NW Bond Street in Bend. The camp is for youth grades 4-7, ages 9-13, and…
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Spring Break Youth Radio Camp
Want to learn how to create a radio show and have some fun making it happen? KPOV will be holding our Youth Radio Camp again this Spring Break! The camp will be held March 21-25 in the KPOV studio, at 501 NW Bond Street in Bend. The camp is for youth grades 4-7, ages 9-13, and…
KPOV Youth Radio Camp
Want to learn how to create a radio show at a radio station and have a blast making it happen? At the KPOV Youth Radio Camp, KPOV will teach participants how to be a DJ, interview a friend, talk live on the radio, and tell a story with sound effects, music, and humor. They will…
Spring Break Garden Work Party
Swing by the Kansas Avenue Learning Garden to help with various garden tasks any time between 10am - 3pm! We'll be busy preparing the garden for our growing season. Help us complete our vertical growing sitting area, prep garden beds for planting, and get the garden ready for spring. This is an open work day,…
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March Nature Night: Cougar Conservation in the 21st Century
**Registration for this Nature Night will open February 29!** Our relationship with predators, particularly large predators, is driven by a fascination and curiosity that is primal. Cougars are one such species where human/predator interactions seem dramatic, but are nonetheless extremely rare. Join biologist Rick Hopkins to learn more about cougars and the conservation efforts needed…
Wednesday Birders
Wednesday Birders
Meet 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…
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Green Drinks @ DIYcave
Join us for March Green Drinks at DIYcave! This month's Green Drinks will be held at DIYcave, a relatively new Makerspace in Bend. DIYcave is based on a premise of self reliance, responsibility and sharing. The team aims to empower people to see their ideas through to a finished product; to allow people to undertake projects which…
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Awesome Bend Deadline
AWESOME BEND: Making Bend more awesome, $1000 at a time. Our mission is to inspire & support ideas that can make Bend an even better place to live, work and play. Live crowdfunding-- Shark Tank style-- for community good. $1000 awarded on the spot! Join us for a free feel-good evening of Ideas & Inspiration.…
Old Mill Bird Walk
Old Mill Bird Walk
Old 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…
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Become a KPOV DJ
Interested in learning all about community radio? Thinking about becoming a DJ on KPOV? Want to host Youth Radio Hour? KPOV's spring DJ training class is coming up April 2. It's the first step! You will learn everything from the history and law of community radio to hands-on production and broadcast skills. Enrollment for this class is…
Good Bye Locavore Garden Party
Central Oregon Locavore has flourished thanks to our community, but we have outgrown our garden! It's time to transplant to a larger greenhouse and we want to celebrate and say goodbye in style. Wine samplings, beer, cocktails and appetizers will be available. Wine tastings provided by Maragas Winery, Naked Wines & Volcano Vineyards. Music by Greg…
Central Oregon Flyfishers Annual Banquet & Fundraiser
Please join Central Oregon Flyfishers for our annual Banquet & Fundraiser event! This is COF's primary fundraising event to help support the Kokanee Karnival Youth Education Program, Next Cast Flyfishers program for older youth, conservation programs, habitat restoration efforts, club activities, and membership services. Join the fun and dine on delicious food. Have an exciting time with the…