Week of Events
Examining Our Personal Experiences of Connection and Community
In 1992, in the midst of riots sparked by the acquittal of police officers who brutally beat him, Rodney King asked, “Can we get along?” This iconic American question still resonates today. What is it that drives this question, and why can it be so difficult to answer? What holds us back from connecting with…
The Future of Waste in Deschutes County – Sunriver
As more and more people move to Deschutes County, more and more trash is being created for drop off at our nearly full Knott Landfill. Recycling, while an important part of the process, is not the solution to addressing the massive volume of waste in our community. Come learn about what to do to help…
Examining Our Personal Experiences of Connection and Community
In 1992, in the midst of riots sparked by the acquittal of police officers who brutally beat him, Rodney King asked, “Can we get along?” This iconic American question still resonates today. What is it that drives this question, and why can it be so difficult to answer? What holds us back from connecting with…
The Electric Future of Cars, Bikes, and Transit
Over the last 10 years, rapid advances in electric vehicles have changed the way we get around. The Environmental Center’s Electric Mobility expert, Neil Baunsgard, discusses what is available now and what is yet to come in the future of electric cars, bikes and public transit.
Noche de Cuentos
‘Noche de Cuentos' was created to connect Latinos and Spanish-speakers to the traditions of oral storytelling prominent in Latin America. The program will consist of food, a workshop to help participants build the skills to tell their own stories and explore the art of storytelling, and will conclude with a presentation by a local Storyteller/Librarian…
LOGE Speaker Series: Rethink Waste
To kick off the LOGE Speaker Series, Ani Kasch of the Rethink Waste Project and the The Environmental Center will be joining us to discuss the topic of waste and how we can be better stewards to the environment. If you've ever felt the desire to be more responsible with your waste but don't know…
Green Drinks at SCP Redmond
Join us in downtown Redmond for March Green Drinks! Soul Community Planet (SCP) is for people who value personal wellness, social good and the environment. SCP Redmond opened in December 2019 after a two-year renovation. The 49-room hotel blends lodging, eating, drinking, shopping, working and socializing all in a venue with historical and local flavor.
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…
Evolve
Postponed to November 2020. Details to be announced soon. The Red Door Project presents: Evolve Directed by Kevin Jones; Co-Directed by Louanne Moldovan Presented in collaboration with the Central Oregon Community College Afrocentric Club Evolve is a new performance experience that explores the relationship between law enforcement and communities of color. Combining monologues from The New Black Fest’s Hands…
Youth Earth Optimism Summit
Do you encourage other people to use less or recycle more? Join teens from around Central Oregon at the first youth Climate Change Summit hosted at the High Desert Museum. Meet youth and adult speakers who will talk about current large and small scale solutions. Learn how you can make a difference and become inspired…
Evolve
Postponed to November 2020. Details to be announced soon. The Red Door Project presents: Evolve Directed by Kevin Jones; Co-Directed by Louanne Moldovan Presented in collaboration with the Central Oregon Community College Afrocentric Club Evolve is a new performance experience that explores the relationship between law enforcement and communities of color. Combining monologues from The New Black Fest’s Hands…