Week of Events
Reclaiming health through Indigenous Food Systems: A discussion on the film “Gather”
Join FAO North America for a timely panel discussion on the film Gather, which shows an intimate portrait of the growing movement amongst Native Americans to reclaim their food sovereignty. The discussion will feature insights from the film director and featured Indigenous figures from the film. Panelists will share their insights on the timely and critical nature of Indigenous peoples' knowledge, languages, cultures, innovation, and leadership as Native communities build up their traditional food systems across North America.
Bend City Council 2020: What’s At Stake? CLIMATE
In December 2019, the City Council adopted the Community Climate Action Plan. It's Vision: "Neighbors businesses, and community leaders working together to preserve our natural environment while promoting economic opportunity and resilience for current and future generations." Join for this important discussion about how our future City Councilors can turn this vision into reality.
Twilight Talks
Join members of the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory team as they share their passion for science through a series of engaging twilight talks throughout the fall. Talks will take place outdoors in the amphitheater and a different topic will be presented each night. Questions are always welcome and lively discussion is encouraged! SNCO Members…
Systemic Racism on Public Lands, Part 3 – The New Mavericks
Join Oregon Wild for a conversation with three trailblazers paving the way for representation, growth, and connection in the outdoors and outdoor industry. Tune in for this forward-looking conversation about opportunities in the outdoors and learn what these mavericks are up to!
Virtual Lecture: The Roots of History: Oregon’s Heritage Trees
If trees tie us to our historical roots, then Oregon’s history is long and rich. Join historian Nate Pedersen as he shares the compelling stories behind some of Oregon’s growing collection of state-recognized heritage trees. Pedersen is a librarian, writer, and historian in Portland, Oregon. He is a former member of the Oregon Heritage Trees…
Twilight Talk: Mighty Jupiter
Join JPL/NASA Solar System Ambassador Ian Sherman for a detailed look at Jupiter. Ian’s passion for Jupiter will give you new insight into the wonders and mysteries of this mighty planet.
Indigenous Perspectives on Earth and Sky, Featuring Dr. Gregory Cajete
Dr. Gregory Cajete, PhD is Professor Emeritus and former Director of the Native American Studies program at the University of New Mexico. He is a renowned author and artist from Santa Clara Pueblo, New Mexico. He has pioneered reconciling Indigenous perspectives in science with a western academic setting. His focus is on teaching culturally based…
High Desert Pride 2020 (Central Oregon Pride)
OUT Central Oregon is happy to announce High Desert Pride 2020 – a celebration of Pride in the diversity of our LGBTQ+ community and allies. Expanding on 15 years of celebrating Central Oregon Pride, presented by Human Dignity Coalition, OUT Central Oregon brings High Desert Pride 2020 to Bend with new energy, focus, and commitment.…
Higher Education – Plans for 2020-2021
Join Bend Chamber for part three in their education and childcare series as they dig into the plans for implementing classes at OSU-Cascades and COCC during the COVID-19 pandemic. What adjustments will students and professors need to make? How will the workforce pipeline be impacted. Presenters, Dr. Becky Johnson of OSU-Cascades and Dr. Laurie Chesley…
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…
OLCV’s Virtual Annual Celebration for the Environment
Join OLCV's (Virtual) Annual Celebration for the Environment. Hear from Senator Jeff Merkley, Governor Kate Brown, and State Senator and OLCV-endorsed candidate for Oregon Secretary of State Shemia Fagan. Enter a raffle to win one of five $1000 Vacasa gift certificates and stay at one of their 25,000+ properties in Oregon, the US, and around…
Timberjack Ultramarathon
These 30k and 100k races will take place on the Wanoga trails network and nearby forest roads. Timberjack donates part of the registration fees to Central Oregon Trail Alliance as a way to give-back to the trails we all enjoy, that COTA maintains.
Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory free day & open house
Enjoy free admission for the entire family during SNCO’s yearly spring Open House. Come see why Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory remains a Central Oregon destination for discovery and fun. Admission is waived for day-time admission (10am – 4pm) only. Carpooling and biking is strongly recommended as parking is limited.
Census Day of Action Registration
Join this powerful Day of Action and solidarity featuring some of Oregon’s amazing *BIPOC leaders. The Census deadline is on September 30th and Oregon’s Black, Indigenous, Latinx, rural, and immigrant communities still need to be fully counted. The Census is about representation, and creating a powerful future that includes all of us.