Week of Events
The EVOLVE Experience
COCC's Office of Diversity and Inclusion and the Afrocentric Student program presents The Evolve Experience on March 19 and 20 at the Tower Theatre. The Evolve Experience is a unique arts-based performance that explores the relationship between law enforcement and communities of color through monologues and past interviews with police officers. The Evolve Experience was created by…
The EVOLVE Experience
COCC's Office of Diversity and Inclusion and the Afrocentric Student program presents The Evolve Experience on March 19 and 20 at the Tower Theatre. The Evolve Experience is a unique arts-based performance that explores the relationship between law enforcement and communities of color through monologues and past interviews with police officers. The Evolve Experience was created by…
March Community Pint Nights at Deschutes Brewery
We are the designated nonprofit beneficiary for Deschutes Brewery’s Community Pint Nights in March. Join us on Tuesdays in March at the downtown Public House or Tasting Room and Deschutes Brewery will donate $1 from every pint sold to The Environmental Center. Mark your calendars—we hope to see you there! March 7, 14, 21, and…
Bridging the Gaps: The Future of the Intergenerational Climate Movement
Amid devastating wildfires, a global pandemic, and a rapidly changing world, young people across the planet have stepped up to lead in the movement for climate, racial, and social justice. In this workshop, high school organizers Adah Crandall and Danny Cage will offer dialogue and case studies from their involvement in youth-led projects and campaigns:…
Downtown Bend: Know Underwater – What Can Algae Tell Us?
Explore the future of aquatic ecosystems with algae research. This is an in-person program. Masks are optional at all in-person library events. Algae come in all shapes and sizes, ranging from single spherical microscopic cells to forests of giant kelp that can extend up to 60 m. Collectively, this diverse array of aquatic plants fuel…
Nature Night: Wild Horses, Wolves, and Other Wildlife of the Warm Springs Indian Reservation
Registration for this Nature Night will open on February 22nd. Wild Horses, Wolves, and Other Wildlife of the Warm Springs Indian Reservation The Warm Springs Indian Reservation is a vast (640,000 acres) and diverse landscape that is home to a wide range of wildlife. Join Deschutes Land Trust and Austin L. Smith, Jr., the General…
Wild Horses, Wolves, and Other Wildlife of the Warm Springs Indian Reservation: 2023 Nature Nights series
Save the date! The Land Trust is pleased to present its 2023 Nature Nights series. The Warm Springs Indian Reservation is a vast (640,000 acres) and diverse landscape that is home to a wide range of wildlife. Join Deschutes Land Trust and Austin L. Smith, Jr., the General Manager of the Branch of Natural Resources for…
Happy Hour in the Garden
Happy Hour in the Garden
Join us in our Kansas Avenue Learning Garden for our ongoing volunteer work party series. In 2022, volunteers contributed over 200 hours to help keep our learning garden maintained over the growing season. We couldn’t do it without you! This event is open to all ages and gardening abilities! No experience or tools required. Beer…