Week of Events
2022 Oregon Public Transportation Conference
Attend the Oregon Public Transportation Conference March 29-March 30th!
WHAT’S BREWING: Legislative Update with Sen. Knopp and Rep. Kropf
Curious about how the 2022 legislative session ended — what legislation passed and what failed? Join the Bend Chamber for a post-session wrap-up with two of our Central Oregon legislators, Senator Tim Knopp and Representative Jason Kropf. Both will share highlights of the 35-day short session and take questions about what’s on the agenda in…
COCC Climate Teach-In, In-Person Event and Livestream available
Join Panelists from Central Oregon Community College in coordination with the World-Wide Global Teach-In being organized by Bard University. Faculty and staff will engage the audience in dynamic 5-minute presentations focused on climate change from the perspectives of forestry, psychology, physics, microbiology, public health, art, sociology and more, followed by an interactive student-moderated discussion.
Cancelled-All We Can Save Book Circle Bend, Oregon
Join for an in-person, self-organized book circle. Over 10-weeks this small group will create a safe and open space for climate conversations and read "All We Can Save: Truth, Courage & Solutions for the Climate Crisis" by Ayana Elizabeth Johnson and Katherine K. Wilkinson. All We Can Save is an anthology of writings by 60…
Power Hour! Homegrown Renewables: Geothermal Energy
This series will explore homegrown opportunities to produce energy right here in Deschutes County and Oregon. First up, geothermal energy!
Nature Nights: American Pikas and Climate Change
Save the date! The Land Trust is pleased to present their 2022 Nature Nights series. You might know the America pika as a fuzzy little creature that chirps and runs away with grass in its mouth while you’re hiking in the mountains, but they are oh so much more than that! Join the Deschutes Land Trust…
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…
The New Climate War: The Fight to Take Back Our Planet
Join OSU-Cascades for a special evening with one of the world’s leading and most influential climate scientists, Michael Mann, to learn why we must work together now to reverse decades of climate inaction and how we can still prevent the worst impacts of a climate crisis.
On The Level’ Webinar Series
Join Earth Advantage & BetterBuiltNW for this three-part webinar series on envelope building science, installing exterior insulation, and ERV/HRV design best practices.
Spring Gardening Seminar
Native Bees and Plants taught by OSU Master Gardener Toni Stephan Many pollinators are suffering due to loss of habitat and floral resources. However, research shows that even the smallest of home gardens is beneficial for our pollinators. This class will cover some of the things every gardener can do to help our pollinators. A photo…
Spring Gardening Seminar
Greenhouse Design for All-Season Growing taught by Eileen Obermiller, Landscape Architect What can I expect to germinate, grow, and harvest with a residential All-Season Greenhouse? How much effort does it take to make it work? How is a residential All-Season Greenhouse different from a typical greenhouse? Does it need winter heating? What happens when temperatures drop…
Gala de Oro 2022
Gala de Oro moves to Redmond LCA will celebrate their 2022 Gala de Oro fundraiser in Redmond, at Eagle Crest Resort, 1522 Cline Falls Road, on April 2, from 5 p.m. to midnight. SAVE THE DATE ~ GUARDA LA FECHA