Lexicon of Sustainability Art Show
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Lexicon of Sustainability Art Show
Come on down to The Environmental Center to view the ongoing pop-up art show of the Lexicon of Sustainability. This project is based on a simple principle: people can't be expected to live more sustainable lives if they don't know the most basic terms and principles that define sustainability. By illuminating the vocabulary of sustainable…
Waldo Weekend Campout
The Oregon Sierra Club Eastside Forest Committee has initiated a campaign to provide greater protection for the forested areas east of Waldo Lake, a beautiful region 35 miles southwest of Bend containing abundant old growth and roadless areas. Currently it is unprotected beyond its federal forest status. For more information on what we're proposing, look…
Jack Johnson 2 FREE tickets Drawing!
2 FREE TICKETS for the sold-out Jack Johnson All At Once show on August 24th will be drawn from all submitted answers to our question at The Environmental Center: How are you Living the Green in Bend? Your answers can be inspired by the ongoing pop-up art show of the Lexicon of Sustainability, which will be…
Vegetable Garden Harvesting and Food Preservation Tips
Join the OSU Extension Service for this lunch and learn: Vegetable Garden Harvesting and Food Preservation Tips. Visit the Central Oregon Master Gardeners Association's website for more information.
Wednesday Birders at Tumalo Falls
Join local birders every Wednesday for birding trips in Central Oregon. Meet at 7:00 AM at Nancy P’s at 1054 Milwaukee in Bend. The group car pools, sharing expenses for gas, and taking turns driving. Plans may vary due to weather or rare birds spotted prior to the meeting. To keep up to date on…
Pacific Power Seminar with Breakfast & Answers!
You’re invited: Breakfast and answers on us! Please join us for a free breakfast workshop to find out about wattsmart® programs and incentives to help you save energy – and money. The savings you realize can go right to your bottom line, now and for years to come. The agenda for this fast paced, information…
Climate Change Talk with Free Green Drinks at Sunlight Solar!
Join us at a special speaker event of Green Drinks, the bi-monthly gathering to learn about local businesses and their sustainability efforts while enjoying an Eco-conscious drink or two! This month, The Environmental Center and Sunlight Solar are teaming up to host Kathie Dello, the Associate Director of the Oregon Climate Change Research Institute at Oregon…
“The Way Bobby Sees It” Documentary
The Way Bobby Sees It is a gripping documentary about Bobby McMullen, a competitive mountain biker on a mission to race the most demanding downhill course in the country. Adding to the difficulty: Bobby is blind. Join sponsor Pine Mountain Sports for monthly Movie Night at McMenamins. Proceeds go to Central Oregon Trail Alliance! 21…
City Club Forum: Climate Change
August Forum: HOW WILL CLIMATE CHANGE AFFECT YOUR LIFE AND LIVELIHOOD? Reduced mountain snowpack, increased wildfires, longer lasting droughts are all possible in Central Oregon’s future. Climate change is happening now, and will continue to affect our region and our livelihoods. There is still time to act to reduce some of these impacts, but smart…
Wildflowers hike on Broken Top
Wildflowers on Broken Top Witness the spectacular glaciated scenery, windblown pines and hemlocks, and alpine wildflowers in the High Cascades west of Bend with wildflower expert Stu Garrett. We will have breath-taking views of the Sisters and Broken Top. We will visit a hidden glacial lake that frequently has icebergs floating in it. We will…
Meet Your Makers Market
The day will be full of all things Oregon – local food producers, farms, ranchers and more! Come out to sample products, meet the producers, hear their stories, and support local! Meet The Maker Markets is a collaborative effort between High Desert Food and Farm Alliance and Whole Foods Market that seek to engage local…
Field Notes
Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Katie Eberhart to explore Indian Ford Meadow Preserve with the pen of a writer. Walking the land can be a great way to heighten your senses and feed your writing. Walk with us to see and hear more acutely, feel the fresh air, and smell new aromas. Then, through field notes, capture…
Where are the Birds? Walk
Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Mary Yanalcanlin of East Cascades Audubon Society for a bird walk just for kids! Explore the pine forests of the Metolius Preserve and search for woodpeckers and the obvious signs they leave behind. Discover why birds are harder to find at this time of year while listending for bird songs and calls.…
Deschutes River Cleanup
The Upper Deschutes Watershed Council invites watershed stewards of all ages to join us for the 23nd annual Deschutes River Cleanup on Saturday, July 27, 2019! Volunteers will meet at Riverbend Park at 10am. River clean-up activities will take place in the Deschutes River and along its riparian areas between Meadow Camp and Drake Park.…
Star Party
Join the Deschutes Land Trust and Jim Hammond for an exploration of the summer night sky at protected Rimrock Ranch. Jim and friends will set up powerful telescopes and help folks identify constellations, planets and far-away galaxies. Explore astronomy and get a rare chance to enjoy the dark skies of this privately-owned ranch. Registration is required and opens…
Pints and Politics
Meet the Oregon League of Conservation Voter's Endorsed Candidates at the Broken Top Bottle Shop and Ale Cafe! Join OLCV, friends, volunteers, and community members to hear from local candidates who care about protecting Oregon's natural legacy, from 7pm-9pm. August 21st: Craig Wilhelm, for State Representative (HD 54-Bend) September 18th: Jodie Barram, for Deschutes County…
Roy Zimmerman in Concert
Back By Popular Demand! Funny Songs about Peace and Justice Satirical singer-songwriter & Troubadour for the Truth, Roy Zimmerman, is coming back to Bend for a repeat performance! You won't want to miss him this time around! Possible themes he'll touch on: creationism, same-sex marriage, fracking, government shut-down, marijuana, immigration. Visit his website. Invite your…