Come join us in the Kansas Avenue Learning Garden in Downtown Bend for Happy Hour in the Garden! This is an ongoing volunteer drop in event, where you provide the help and we provide beverages. No experience necessary, family friendly event. All tools and tasks will be provided, but feel free to bring your own…

Scientists recently discovered that the human brain contains the equivalent of a plastic spoon’s worth of microplastics. This alarming new research is more evidence of the growing presence of plastic inside our bodies that is linked to an exponential rise in serious health problems. Plastics have been linked to cancer; hormone disruption; infertility and reproductive…

Join us on Thursday, April 17th, for a look into the vital role native plant species play in supporting local wildlife, pollinators, and ecosystems. This talk will explore how native plants promote biodiversity, out-compete invasive species, and create healthier more sustainable landscapes. We will discuss practical ways to source and incorporate native plants into your…

Students and staff will take to the fashion runway in honor of Earth Day during Central Oregon Community College’s (COCC) annual Clothing Connection Fashion Show on Friday, April 18. The event is a benefit for a free service that provides school and work clothing to students of COCC and Oregon State University-Cascades (OSU-Cascades). Location: COCC…

A free, family-friendly event open to the public Un evento gratuito, familiar y abierto al público   11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Storytime, art, loteria game, piñatas and folklore dance 12:30–2 p.m. Lunch 2–4 p.m. Music & dance