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New to town? New to parenting?

By Bend Nest Staff Jan 25, 2019

Best of the Nest readers poll kid-friendly family-friendly

A New Kid Gov for Oregon

Oregon has a female in the governor's office—and as of the start of this year, the state also can boast having one in the kid governor's "office."

By Nicole Vulcan Jan 29, 2019

Nest News clash of the classics Dennis Richardson art therapy reading Bend-La Pine Schools

Quick Fix?

Before You Hand Your Tantruming Toddler a Smartphone, Read This.

Modern-day parents will recognize this scene: errands, cranky toddler, long line at the grocery store.

By Emily Cherkin Jan 29, 2019

Parenting Screentime Consultants Common Sense Media smartphones screentime

Meet Todd Looby, Executive Director of BendFilm and Dad Extraordinaire

What is the single best thing you've learned from running a film festival?

Jan 29, 2019

Things I've Learned BendFilm Todd Looby parenting

Bookshelf

Who Eats Orange? by Dianne White Illustrated by Robin Page

By Paige Bentley-Flannery Jan 29, 2019

Culture children's books Robin Page Dianne White Amber Kelley cooking

Family Milestones in the U.S.

Technology & Social Media

Jan 29, 2019

By The Numbers technology social media driving dating marriage childbearing

CASA of Central Oregon: A Voice for Children

This year alone, approximately 500 abused and neglected children in Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson counties spent time in foster care.

By Annette Benedetti Jan 29, 2019

Nest News child welfare foster care Heather McPherson

Editor's Note

Greetings and Happy Winter!

With some recent clear, sunny days revealing the glory of our snow-capped mountains, I sometimes can't believe we're not on vacation.

By Angela Switzer Jan 29, 2019

Editor's Note Angela Switzer

Q&A with Elise Burrus, DDS

Q My 10-year-old son has a lot of anxiety every time he goes to the dentist.

Jan 29, 2019

Expert Q&A Elise Burrus Pediatric Dental Associates health care dentistry

Colorful Valentines X 2!

February in Bend can feel like winter is never going to end. Why not bring some color into your world with some easy Valentine's Day kitchen table crafts?

By MaryLea Harris Jan 29, 2019

Culture arts and crafts Valentines Day

All The Right Moves

Local gymnast claims state and regional titles

Being upside down runs in the Ali family.

By Caitlin Richmond Jan 29, 2019

Kids In Action gymnastics OOA Gymnastics competition

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Jan 29, 2019

Calendar The Pavilion running Mt. Bachelor yoga Winterfest The SHARC

Circle Time

A "Roundabout Art" Road Trip Guide

Seen a giant red flaming chicken lately?

By Howard Leff Jan 29, 2019

Culture Roundabout art art sculptures Visit Bend

Surrogacy: Providing hope & help for families

For many couples, deciding whether or not to have a child is a matter of agreement and timing.

By Annette Benedetti Jan 29, 2019

Health Surro Connections All Families Surrogacy childbirth

Get 'Em Started Young: Winter Adventures, Preschool Style

In a region as amped on winter sports as Central Oregon, there's really no sense in delaying the inevitable with young children.

By K.M. Collins Jan 29, 2019

Outdoors Bend Park and Recreation snow shoeing skiing snowboarding winter sports Seventh Mountain Resort

Spring Break Oregon Style

Skip the overhyped theme-park pilgrimage and enjoy a little home-cooked fun!

Not amused by the overpriced flights, tickets, food and souvenirs that seem to be an obligatory part of the theme-park experience?

By Amanda Klingman Jan 29, 2019

Nest Feature adventures Spring Break road trips High Desert Museum SHARC Blondie's Pizza Enchanted Forest Hoodoo Ski Area Silver Falls State Park

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