Biblioteca en Camino! Library on the go!

The Deschutes Public Library will be visiting 8 different locations throughout Central Oregon (4 in Bend, 1 in La Pine, 2 in Redmond, 1 in Sisters) this summer to hand out “Grab and Go” kits with activities for youth to do.  Our friends, Carly and Rodrigo will be giving out books and signing folks up…

Stories in the Garden at The Environmental Center w/ Deschutes Public Library

The Environmental Center 16 NW Kansas Avenue, Bend, OR

This is an in-person program. Registration is required. This event is suggested for children ages Kindergarten and younger, and all children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Children and families are invited to explore the Kansas Avenue Learning Garden at The Environmental Center. The event will begin with a nature-based story time, provided by Deschutes Public…

Free

Know Stories – Tribal/Shared History: Reflection & Storytelling

East Bend Public Library 62080 Dean Swift Rd., Bend

Laurie Danzuka shares tribal history, impacts on public education, engaging with tribal students/families, and indigenous ways of living. She will also share current issues facing tribes and their members. All these topics center around treaties, ceded lands, tribal lifeways, cultural restoration, and language revitalization. Laurie has been an education advocate for preschool to post-secondary education…

Know Gardens: Stories in the Garden at The Environmental Center

The Environmental Center 16 NW Kansas Avenue, Bend, OR

Enjoy a story time and explore the wonders of gardening! Space is limited. Registration is required. This event is suggested for children ages Kindergarten and younger, and all children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Children and families are invited to explore the Kansas Avenue Learning Garden at The Environmental Center. The event will begin with a…

“Shark Heart” in Real Life – The Science of Studying Sharks

Downtown Bend Library 601 NW Wall St., Bend, OR, United States

Learn about sharks and current research with Dr. Alexandra McInturf. Sharks play a critical role in maintaining vibrant ecosystems in Oregon and around the world. Yet, considered "dangerous" by popular media and threatened by human activity worldwide, these organisms have faced global population declines. Dr. Alexandra McInturf has been studying shark species worldwide for the…

“Shark Heart” in Real Life – The Science of Studying Sharks-Sisters Library

Deschutes Public Library - Sisters 110 N Cedar St, Sisters, OR, United States

Learn about sharks and current research with Dr. Alexandra McInturf. Sharks play a critical role in maintaining vibrant ecosystems in Oregon and around the world. Yet, considered "dangerous" by popular media and threatened by human activity worldwide, these organisms have faced global population declines. Dr. Alexandra McInturf has been studying shark species worldwide for the…

Eggshell Garden Starts at The Environmental Center’s Happy Hour in the Garden

The Environmental Center 16 NW Kansas Avenue, Bend, OR

Make cute garden starts in eggshells and explore a garden! Stop by the Environmental Center's Happy Hour in the Garden to plant some eggshell starts, and feel free to volunteer in the Environmental Center's learning garden afterwards (optional). This is a family friendly event - no experience or tools necessary. Beer and bubbly will be…

Free