Week of Events
LIVE Facebook STREAM: The Future of Waste in Deschutes County – Bend
Come learn about what to do to help make an impact to reduce waste in our community. We will address the current state of recycling and how to do it right, but talk more in-depth about other forms of waste diversion and prevention. What can you do to help rather than hinder?
Habitat Conservation Plan for the Deschutes
Local irrigation districts have released their Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) for how they will meet the needs of protected species that depend on the Deschutes River - Oregon spotted frog, bull trout, and steelhead. The HCP is hailed by some as an appropriate, and realistic, plan for meeting the needs of these species, and by others as "not enough,…
Cancelled-Absolutely Incredible Kid Day®-FREE ice skating at The Pavilion!
*In light of Governor Brown's announcement placing an immediate ban on all events, Camp Fire has cancelled their Absolutely Incredible Kid Day® celebration at The Pavilion this year. We hope you will still take the opportunity to celebrate with your families at home! Please scroll down for ideas on how to do so. FREE…
Postponed-GrowthBusters, Hooked on Growth – the film
Many cities and states link population growth with economic growth, but perpetual economic growth/population growth aren’t sustainable—we’re exhausting Earth’s resources and ecosystems. This documentary about overpopulation and growth challenges the beliefs that drive attitudes and policies. The Climate Peril requires us to reduce consumption and reach a steady state economy. Free and open to the…
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…
Postponed: Madzi means Water in Malawi
Madzi! That’s the word for water in Malawi, Africa. From Oregon to Malawi, we are connected by water. Join us for this fully-hosted community gathering to hear inspiring stories, mingle with National Geographic contributor Chad Copeland, and enjoy Clean Madzi Lager, a special beer created just for this occasion.