Events in Oregon and Bend
Living with chronic pain or caring for someone who is? This free, six-week workshop is for adults 60+ managing chronic conditions like arthritis, back pain, headaches, or pelvic pain. Learn proven strategies to handle daily challenges like pain, fatigue, sleep issues, tough emotions, and more. Free lunch provided at noon.
The Deschutes League’s upcoming First Thursday Fall series proudly presents esteemed members of our community to speak about important topics of current public interest. The Fall series kicks off with Anne Wieman, Ambassador and Co-Chair, Central Oregon Braver Angels Alliance. Braver Angels is leading the nation’s largest cross-partisan, volunteer-led movement to bridge the partisan divide. …
Registration is required. Readers expect authenticity in the details in police procedurals. Retired police officer and crime fiction author Frank Scalise discusses the many considerations—and incorrect stereotypes—involved when writing a police procedural. Topics include the structure of a police department, roles within it, the inner workings of a department, procedural elements of an investigation, terminology, …
Our 28th Annual Open House runs from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday and Sunday. We will have several food vendors to choose from. We have minimized the waiting times for rides on our trains with the new station and boarding area. We can’t wait to see you all aboard!
Eastern Cascades Model Railroad Club annual open house. The event is September 6th and 7th from 10AM to 4 PM both days. Admission is free for all, donations are accepted and greatly appreciated.
Sarah Cochran, professional genealogist, introduces AI tools, like chat, GPT and FamilySearch’s full text search, showing how to save time, find hidden records, and improve accuracy of family trees.
You can attend this program in person or take part online. To take part online, click "Register." Formal constraints can help us shake off our usual writing habits, nudge our writing in a new direction, or find language for what seems unspeakable. We’ll examine and experiment with several playful forms—such as lipograms and bout rimés—to discover …
Discover the secrets of Tumalo Creek! Registration is required. Registered participants will receive meet-up instructions. This program is intended for children ages 4 - 7. All children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Join the Upper Deschutes Watershed Council on an exploration of Tumalo Creek at Shevlin Park! We will learn all about what makes a healthy …
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and craft your own luxurious skincare products from scratch! In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to make nourishing goat milk lotion and natural lip balm using safe, beginner-friendly methods. Both projects include options to leave your products unscented or add a touch of lavender or orange essential …
You are invited! Join Western Environmental Law Center's Deputy Director Dr. Sristi Kamal in conversation with Think Wild Beaver Works Program Manager Dr. Maureen Thompson for beaver trivia, fun activities, and an interactive discussion on legislative updates to beaver protection work in Oregon. WHEN: Friday, Sept. 12th from 6-8 pm WHERE: 10 Barrel Brewing, 62950 NE 18th …
Become a Goat Cheese Whiz! Unlock the secrets of homemade goat cheese with our upcoming workshop at School of Ranch! Join us and learn to transform fresh goat milk into delicious flavorful cheeses that are surprisingly easy to make. This workshop is perfect for anyone interested in artisanal food crafts and using locally sourced foods.
Join the Sisters Astronomy Club as it hosts a summer star party. The event will be held at the west end of the south parking lot of Sisters High School. Club members will be on hand with telescopes to share their knowledge and views of the sky with attendees. This night under the stars is …
Join us for a fun and flavorful deep dive into the world of fermentation! In this demonstration workshop, you’ll learn how to craft probiotic-rich sauerkraut and fermented cucumbers using simple, natural techniques. Watch as Beth walks you through the process of making fermented mustard—then take home Beth's preferred fermentation lid and a glass weight! We’ll …
Come learn about the microscopic world in the soil! This program is recommended for children ages 6-12, and children under 10 must be accompanied by a caregiver. Join the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory as we explore the soil! Discover mushrooms, decomposers, and more through hand-on activities. Participants will enjoy a mushroom dissection, microscope …
Before a log became a paycheck, someone had to sell the story of the wood. Join Historian Steve Lent and John Shelk, Partner at Ochoco Lumber Company, for a fascinating look at how timber wasn’t just harvested — it was branded, packaged, and sold across the nation. This talk offers a fresh perspective on the …