Events in Oregon and Bend
Plan your trip of a lifetime driving from the Lower 48. They say that driving the Alaska Canada Highway (ALCAN) from the Lower 48 to Fairbanks is like driving through a world class zoo for 1,800 miles. From here you can see one of the worlds few Kermode bears in British Columbia or a wolf …
Author Lauren Kessler tells the story of the notorious Elizabeth Bentley. Secrets hidden. Secrets revealed. Elizabeth Bentley led the two largest Communist spy rings in America--and then, in a dramatic about-face, became an FBI informant and helped to usher in the McCarthy Era. Author Lauren Kessler, who worked to uncover and understand this complex story, chronicles …
Learn the basics of 3D printing. This event is suitable for ages 10+. This 90 min discussion will focus on the processes and tools that you will need to make safe and effective use of the 3D printers available at your Deschutes Public Library Makerspace(s). We will collaboratively explore the 3D printing workflow, software tools …
Treat yourself to a literary-inspired digital photo shoot. A free, digital copy will be emailed to participants. Photo shoots will be on a first come, first served basis. Located in Redmond, Oregon, Cynthia Scholar Photography is a tiny home-studio business, frequently covering large off-site events. Cynthia always says, “The magic is in the lighting.” She …
Get ready for a frightfully fun and educational experience! This demonstration is open to makers of all ages. Join the Bend Arduino Group for a show and tell event demonstrating the popular open-source electronics platform. This event is perfect for curious minds of all ages—whether you're a tech newbie, a seasoned maker, or someone …
Learn more about how conservation detection dogs work to protect wildlife and wild places. As the lead trainer for Working Dogs for Conservation in Missoula, Montana (wd4c.org), Amanda Ott partners with wildlife partners around the world to train dogs for detection, tracking and discrimination to address urgent ecological issues. She will talk about how her …