Bend Nest

Creating Family

An Inspiring Story of Connection

Over a decade ago, three Bend families were drawn together by the common heritages of their young daughters, who were toddlers at the time.

By Suzanne Johnson Nov 7, 2019

Nest Feature

Editor's Note

A fabulous mix of articles that cover timely topics for the upcoming season

This issue we've put together a fabulous mix of articles that cover timely topics for the upcoming season.

By Angela Switzer Nov 7, 2019

Editor's Note

Fueling Classrooms

The Education Foundation for Bend-La Pine Schools unveils new Back-to-School Grants Program

When the 2019-2020 school year started, the Education Foundation for Bend-La Pine Schools was starting to implement a new program: Back-to-School Classroom Grants for Educators.

By Isaac Biehl Nov 7, 2019

Education

Q&A

Beau Gilmore, MD, Pediatrician, Mosaic Medical

Q Is it safe to give kids probiotics?

By Beau Gilmore, MD Nov 7, 2019

Expert Q&A

Holiday Baking with Kids

Simple Recipes + Imagination = Fun Memories

Whether holiday baking is a family tradition for your clan or not, these simple recipes and tips are designed to inspire even those who have never dared anything homemade or sprinkled a single Christmas cookie!

By Donna Britt Nov 7, 2019

Culture

Meet this year's Clara!

Kyla Wilson will dance the lead role in the Nutcracker

The Nutcracker ballet has been a longtime tradition in Kyla Wilson's life—the 10-year-old has either watched or danced in it every year since she was three, when her sister, Shayla, started ballet. The dancing bug hit Wilson hard, and now the two of them dance at the Central Oregon School of Ballet.

By Caitlin Richmond Nov 7, 2019

Kids In Action

Little Feet on the Street

We asked these kids at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend, "What are some ways you spend special time with family?"

We asked these kids at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend, "What are some ways you spend special time with family?" Blakely, 6: When it's Thanksgiving, my grandparents have a big feast for our whole family.

Nov 7, 2019

Culture

Holiday Calendar

Fun family-friendly Holiday events

WEDNESDAYS

Nov 7, 2019

Calendar

A Cultural Tradition — A Modern Girl

Local teen celebrates her quinceañera, honoring traditions while doing things her own way

It was the kind of summer day in Central Oregon that people live for—sunny skies, warm-but-not-too-hot temperatures and a stunning view of the Cascades looming overhead.

By Nicole Vulcan Nov 7, 2019

Culture

Are You Ready?

Help Keep Your Kids Healthy Through the Cold & Flu Season

While kids are getting excited about hitting the slopes, local families are bracing for a brutal cold and flu season. Although parents can't control everything, when it comes to their kids' health, there are preventative measures that may help limit the impact.

By Annette Benedetti and Havilah Brodhead, FNP Nov 7, 2019

Health

Winter Trail Adventures, Family Style

Escape Cabin Fever at a Sno-Park Shelter!

Central Oregon can be a winter paradise, especially for kids.

By Suzanne Johnson Nov 7, 2019

Outdoors

Nest News

At Bend's New High School, Construction is Just Part of the Fun By Isaac Biehl

By Isaac Biehl, Magdalena Bokowa and Nicole Vulcan Nov 7, 2019

Nest News

Bookshelf

Bookshelf: Recommended by Paige Bentley-Flannery Community Librarian at Deschutes Public Library Croc & Turtle Snow Fun!

By Paige Bentley-Flannery Nov 7, 2019

Culture

Reaching Out

Five nonprofits to support this holiday season

While the holidays can be a time of excess (food, gifts or money spent), that excess can also be a time to remind us of how fortunate we are to have that opportunity. Helping out a charity, through time spent volunteering, giving a cash donation or a donation of food/items can be a great way to get people, especially kids, thinking about how important it is to give back to the community.

By Caitlin Richmond Nov 7, 2019

Culture