Events in Oregon and Bend
Bend's First and Only Beauty Expo is here! Located in the Exhibit Hall of the Riverhouse Convention Center. Join us for a day of fun and excitement to celebrate all-things-beauty! Be one of the first 150 guests to receive a swag bag with AMAZING gifts and goodies. Get to know beauty-related businesses, shop, ask questions, …
EDCO Annual Luncheon Thursday, February 8, 2024 Riverhouse on the Deschutes 11:00 am – 1:30 pm EDCO’s Annual Luncheon is a tradition providing the Central Oregon business community an opportunity …
The Future of E-Bikes in Bend? What can we do to prevent further tragedies while acknowledging the importance of e-bikes role in mobility and transportation. E-bikes came onto the market quickly and the industry has exploded in Central Oregon from kids to retirees. It presents a great opportunity for alternative transportation that provides equity for those …
ECONOMIC + REAL ESTATE, HOSPITALITY or POLICY & GROWTH: Ticket Sales Now Open! The 2023 Impact Conference will focus on our regional and national economic outlook and give an in-depth look into the real estate and hospitality sectors, and, new this year, policy and growth topics. The Economic Session will kick off the conference with …
Come and join us for a fun and fancy night out benefiting The Giving Plate's hunger-relief programs. We will have a sit-down dinner, live music featuring The Blue Wave Band, …
Changes in student behavior and discipline policies are impacting the experience of children and teachers in our classrooms. What do teachers, counselors, students and parents need to do to respond to behavioral issues fairly and effectively? Further, what impacts are we seeing as a community as these students graduate? What populations are most impacted? Join …
Cork & Barrel is a three day wine and food event benefitting KIDS Center-the only accredited Children’s Advocacy Center in Central Oregon. Our 2023 Cork & Barrel features wineries from Washington’s Walla Walla wine region. Join us July 20-22, 2023 for intimate Winemaker Dinners, Friday night’s Sip wine-tasting event, and Saturday’s Grand Cru—filled with wine …
Sip, dine, dance and celebrate the successes of Central Oregon Latinos at the 2023 Gala de Oro, the annual fundraiser for the Latino Community Association. Anthony Veliz of Woodburn, who united organizations across the state to help Latinos survive the pandemic, will speak at the event. After a tasty Latin American dinner, Conjunto Alegre will …
Across Central Oregon a robust system of services are in place to meet the needs of those experiencing houselessness. Yet there are gaps in this system, and many fall through these cracks. Join us for presentations and extended Q & A with Cheyenne Purrington, Deschutes County Houseless Response Director and Eliza Wilson Director of J Bar …
Family Fun at Bend's Largest Health Fair! First 150 adults receive a swag bag FULL of great stuff! All kids receive a FREE Easter basket! FREE Easter Egg hunt with great prizes! Meet the Easter Bunny & take FREE pictures! Meet local practitioners - ask questions. Learn about different health modalities. Free demonstrations! Huge raffle …
A 2020 survey by the RAND Corporation estimated that 50.8% of Oregon households own a gun. Our communities live with the prevalence of guns in our society and the deep polarization of the issue. Join the City Club of Central Oregon and The Bulletin as we host a moderated discussion with panelists sharing their perspectives on why …
We’re feeling the impact of a historically challenging labor market. Delayed appointments for medical services. Longer production times for construction. Shorter retail hours. But help is on its way. Learn some of the creative ways local organizations are fast-tracking training programs to get workers qualified and into jobs that serve our community.
A two-day training conference in central Oregon will put a spotlight on the safety and health of workers in residential, commercial, and industrial construction. The Jan. 30-31 Mid-Oregon Construction Safety Summit will address a variety of topics, including fall protection, silica dust hazards, electrical safety, and emerging safety technologies. Oregon Occupational Safety and Health (Oregon …
In today's youth sports environment, very few of our children have full access to the benefits of playing sports. A number of challenges from high cost, early specialization, injuries, burnout, lack of transportation, and shortage of space, coaches and officials lead us to ask who is benefiting from youth sports in our community and how …
On December 15, the City Club of Central Oregon is proud to host “On the Margins In Our Towns”--an interactive forum on houselessness across Central Oregon. This will be an engaging dialogue amongst participants supporting an understanding of the causes and conditions that are keeping so many unsheltered. This forum will emphasize Q&A time and …