Week of Events
CTAC Meeting
The Citywide Transportation Advisory Committee (CTAC) provides recommendations related to the updates of the Transportation System Plan (TSP) and Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). This committee is getting closer to drafting the new TSP, which will be the guiding document for transportation in Bend over the next 20 years. Any new transportation projects in the City over the next…
Happy Hour in the Garden
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…
Association of Oregon Recyclers Conference
Sustainable Oregon 2019, is AOR’s 41st annual Conference & Trade Show is a three-day interactive learning experience featuring cutting-edge educational sessions, workshops, local and national experts and speakers, facility tours, valuable networking opportunities, and an awards program to celebrate the achievements of Oregon’s recycling, reuse, and waste reduction businesses and leaders. The conference also provides unmatched…
WaterWise Landscape Transformations
Learn simple step-by-step methods to convert your yard into a beautiful and functional WaterWise landscape. Workshops are scheduled 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. and include a hands-on demo segment in the Hollinshead Water-wise demonstration garden. Registration is required.
TSP Steering Committee Meeting
This is an opportunity to learn about and provide public comment on Bend's Transportation System Plan (TSP). The TSP is part of the City’s Comprehensive Plan. It is dedicated to planning for our transportation needs over the next 20 years. The Steering Committee consists of the seven-person City Council plus a City Planning Commissioner, a County Commissioner,…
Sagebrush Sipper
Join Oregon Natural Desert Association staff and supporters for Sagebrush Sippers happy hours in our office this summer. Mix and mingle, learn about new aspects of Oregon’s high desert, and find opportunities to dig deeper into our conservation work. This month, hear about how to make the most of long summer days in Oregon’s high…
Bend COTA Work Events
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…
Family Solstice Picnic + Pull
Give back to the land on the longest day of the year! Join the Weed Warriors for a family-friendly evening picnic and pull! Volunteers will help remove non-native weeds from the Land Trust's Willow Springs Preserve. This is a great opportunity to visit a Land Trust protected property that is not open to the public!…
Bend Pride 5K Run and Walk
Out CentralOregon presents the first ever Pride 5K Run/Walk in Bend celebrating inclusivity and expanding on the Central Oregon Pride Festival. June 22nd events include: 5K festive course, followed by a Drag Dash (a short 100-200 meter ‘dash’ of fun and silliness), Spirit awards for Costumes, and finishes with raffles of awesome prizes donated by…
Latino Outdoors Second Outing
An outing to Tumalo and Double Falls! CARPOOL: If you would like to carpool, meet at Safeway on 3rd & Franklin at 10:30am by the west side of the parking lot. Or, meet at the start of the Tumalo Falls trailhead at 12:00 pm. This hike is approx. 3.5 miles roundtrip. Bring good walking shoes,…
Central Oregon Pride
Central Oregon Pride
This is an all inclusive event where we celebrate the diversity and the beauty within our community. People come from all around the nation, as well as some from other countries, to take part in this event. This event has been here for 15 years and continues to grow. It's the second largest pride event in…