Week of Events
Family Nature Hike
Join a naturalist for a guided hike to explore our favorite spots in and around the nature center. We’ll be on the lookout for wildlife as we journey from the forest to the river. Hikes are about an hour long and include admission to the nature center.
OLCV Virtual Town Hall with Senator Jeff Merkley
Senator Merkley will talk to you about this vision for the future, update us on how things are going in Washington D.C., and answer audience questions.
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…
Home Backup Power
Join the Electrify! Coalition as we explore the options available to us for making our homes more energy resilient. They will provide information on back-up batteries, generators and air filtration – solutions that can make our homes safer and more comfortable during power outages form winter storms or summer wildfires. How do back-up battery systems…
Womxn in Conservation Gathering
Central Oregon Womxn in Conservation hosts professional development events, social outings, and full group meetings. They hope to resume these offerings once pandemic conditions improve. In the meantime, as the weather warms, Central Oregon Womxn in Conservation invites you to join at Juniper Park in Bend (near the tennis court entrance) for an informal monthly…
Commerce & Coffee featuring: Family Access Network Foundation (FAN).
Commerce & Coffee is dedicated to connecting community members and community business professionals. This monthly event is the perfect opportunity to reconnect, socialize and gain meaningful contacts within the Bend business community. This month Bend Chamber will feature Family Access Network Foundation (FAN). Capacity is limited so be sure to reserve your spot today!
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…
Oregon Desert Trail at PCT Days
Come learn about the Oregon Desert Trail from some ODT thru-hikers at this year’s Pacific Crest Trail Days in Cascade Locks, Oregon. Pacific Crest Trail Days is a summer festival that celebrates and promotes outdoor recreation, with a focus on hiking, camping, and backpacking. Attendees get to participate in activities and games, and can win…
Madras Farm-to-Table Market
This Market is a new opportunity for Jefferson County farmers and ranchers to sell products directly to consumers in a convenient Downtown location. Buy local and reap the health benefits of consuming farm fresh products while helping our local agricultural community! They'll be open every Friday between Memorial Day and Labor Day from 2-6 pm.
Painting the Metolius: An Evening with Artist Shiela Dunn
LandWatch has a decades-long legacy of fighting to protect this landscape, culminating in 2009 when the Metolius River Basin was designated an Area of Critical State Concern, creating permanent protections for the area. Shiela Dunn has created an original piece of artwork to commemorate the Metolius River Basin. This evening will feature an auction for…
Womxn in Conservation Gatherings
Womxn in Conservation Gatherings
Central Oregon Womxn in Conservation hosts professional development events, social outings, and full group meetings. They hope to resume these offerings once pandemic conditions improve. In the meantime, as the weather warms, Central Oregon Womxn in Conservation invites you to join at Juniper Park in Bend (near the tennis court entrance) for an informal monthly…