Monarch butterflies and other native pollinators need our help! That’s why the Deschutes Land Trust and Bend Pollinator Pathway have teamed up and are giving away free milkweed and native pollinator-friendly plants for you to plant in Central Oregon!
Join us in our Kansas Avenue Learning Garden this Tuesday (and every Tuesday through August) to kick off our weekly Happy Hour in the Garden volunteer series! Drop in anytime between 4-6 pm to lend a hand maintaining our garden, and enjoy cold bubbly beverages while you work. Thank you to our May Happy Hour sponsors, Worthy Garden Club & Caboost Kombucha!
We all need hope! Consider the effect of COVID-19 on your lives. Then, consider the minds and hearts of growing children who already face insecurities about themselves and their surroundings. Mentoring changes lives! Guests will enjoy hors d'oeuvres and a hosted bar while you learn how mentoring ensures that our youth recover and thrive in…
As we enjoy some extra warm and sunny weather here in Oregon, learn more about how to start your journey towards solar energy! At the How to Go Solar workshop, you'll learn everything you need to know to feel confident adding solar to your home or business. Lauren Williamsenviro
Wild rivers and wild fish. Is there anything better? Join Oregon Wild & the Native Fish Society for a discussion on flyfishing Oregon’s Wild & Scenic Rivers and the role protected rivers play in maintaining healthy native fish populations.
A COBKA Online Community Event featuring Andony Melathopoulos-OSU Assistant Professor of Pollinator Health Extension. Ever wonder how honey bees and native bees get along in Oregon? You'll hear from the state's pollinator health extension specialist to talk about the interactions between European Honey Bees & Native Bees!
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…
This Market is a new opportunity for Jefferson County farmers and ranchers to sell products directly to consumers in a convenient Downtown location. Buy local and reap the health benefits of consuming farm fresh products while helping our local agricultural community! They'll be open every Friday between Memorial Day and Labor Day from 2-6 pm.
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…
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…
This Market is a new opportunity for Jefferson County farmers and ranchers to sell products directly to consumers in a convenient Downtown location. Buy local and reap the health benefits of consuming farm fresh products while helping our local agricultural community! They'll be open every Friday between Memorial Day and Labor Day from 2-6 pm.
As the Western United States population continues to grow, more and more homes are creeping into forest and rangeland areas called the wildland urban interface. The number of wildfires in combination with this urban sprawl can potentially increase the number of fire-prone landscapes. Learn more about creating a fire-wise landscape. In this class you will…
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…
Join the Electrify! Coalition as we do a deep dive on ductless heat pumps - the most efficient systems available for home heating and cooling. They'll interview some of the leading experts on this all-important heating and cooling technology and answer questions.
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…
The Bend Young Professionals Summit is a targeted educational conference located here in Central Oregon that offers in-demand keynote speakers, participation in deep learning breakout sessions for professional and personal growth while fostering lasting connections.
This Market is a new opportunity for Jefferson County farmers and ranchers to sell products directly to consumers in a convenient Downtown location. Buy local and reap the health benefits of consuming farm fresh products while helping our local agricultural community! They'll be open every Friday between Memorial Day and Labor Day from 2-6 pm.
On July 17th, marking one year since the passing of US Rep. John Lewis, activists across the country will make good trouble by hosting and attending Good Trouble for Democracy candlelight vigils to demand that Congress act to protect our freedom to vote and our democracy. The League of Women Voters of Deschutes County will…
The Fall 2021 return to school presents a crucial opportunity to encourage students and families to use wellness-boosting ways to get to and from school, while helping reduce traffic congestion around schools. Join the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) and the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) for "The Back to School Commutes Webinar" What to…
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…
Commerce and Coffee is the Bend Chamber’s newest event in 2021! This gathering is dedicated to connecting members and community business professionals after over a year of Zoom fatigue and isolation. This monthly event is the perfect opportunity to reconnect, socialize and gain meaningful contacts within the Bend business community. Enjoy coffee, a light morning…
Central Oregon Womxn in Conservation hosts professional development events, social outings, and full group meetings. They hope to resume these offerings once pandemic conditions improve. In the meantime, as the weather warms, Central Oregon Womxn in Conservation invites you to join at Juniper Park in Bend (near the tennis court entrance) for an informal monthly…
The Deschutes River holds a distinct past, an iconic present, and a precarious future. This river story meanders through time as its flows rise and fall. The river today is not the same river of yesteryear. At LandWatch, their mission is to improve and restore critical habitats for fish and wildlife in our rivers and…
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…
This Market is a new opportunity for Jefferson County farmers and ranchers to sell products directly to consumers in a convenient Downtown location. Buy local and reap the health benefits of consuming farm fresh products while helping our local agricultural community! They'll be open every Friday between Memorial Day and Labor Day from 2-6 pm.
The LCA team is excited to host this event this year and celebrate the successes they've achieved with immigrant families across Central Oregon. Doors open at 5:30 pm Seating for dinner at 6:30 pm, dinner served at 6:45 pm. Dance starts at 8:30 pm. Tickets are limited so please visit our website and buy your…
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…
Join The Environmental Center staff for a fun evening in our beautiful garden. Connect with other young professionals and learn about sustainability in Central Oregon — there may even be a game or two! The cost to attend this Bend Chamber event is $25. If this cost is a barrier and you'd like to attend, please email Priscilla. The…
Join OLCV's virtual Youth Round Table to meet legislators, learn more about state politics, and discuss recent climate action. There will be opportunities to ask questions about what it's like to be a state legislator, what it takes to become a state legislator, and opportunities for YOU to respond to questions from legislators. The event…
Don't judge a book by its cover - lampreys may simultaneously be Oregon's most misunderstood and most important fish species! If you look beyond their boneless bodies and slightly terrifying disc mouth, you'll find there's a lot to respect. These fish (yes, they are fish!) are some of the Columbia River Basin's most ancient inhabitants,…
Home life and family circumstances can have an effect upon student achievement. As a result, educators have long included in their role the need to provide a listening ear and sometimes helpful counsel to students and families. The Fair Housing Council of Oregon is here to help educators better understand and be effective advocates for…
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…
Join Latinos Outside, Vamonos Outside and the Circuit Bouldering Gym for their monthly BIPOC Climb Night. It is a place to come together and connect with other BIPOC folk in Central Oregon who are interested in climbing. All levels of experienced climbers welcomed. First time visit is free. After that, it is half off regular day passes…
This Market is a new opportunity for Jefferson County farmers and ranchers to sell products directly to consumers in a convenient Downtown location. Buy local and reap the health benefits of consuming farm fresh products while helping our local agricultural community! They'll be open every Friday between Memorial Day and Labor Day from 2-6 pm.
The Upper Deschutes Watershed Council is hosting the 25th annual Deschutes River Cleanup! Cleanup activities will take place at six different sites on the Deschutes River where volunteers will help pull invasive weeds and remove litter from the stream banks. The cleanup sites are: Meadow Camp, Farewell Bend Park, Riverbend Park, Miller's Landing, First Street…