Bend Nest

It's Not a Magic School Bus. It's a Walking School Bus!

Students of schools in Deschutes, Jefferson, Crook and Northern Klamath counties can now participate in walking school buses—a fun and organized way for students to safely get to school, by walking or biking in a group.

By Danielle Meyers Jun 12, 2018

Nest News Commute Options Brian Potwin Central Oregon Health Council Bend Metropolitan Planning Organization

From Now On, More Than One Teacher of the Year

You've probably heard of the Teacher of the Year program, honoring one exceptional teacher in each state annually.

By Nicole Vulcan Jun 12, 2018

Nest News Teacher of the Year Oregon Department of Education Rosemary Tyson Obsidian Middle School Juniper Elementary School

Bend Girl Becomes a Published Poet

Not many magazines publish poetry on a regular basis: The New Yorker, The New York Times Magazine and CRICKET—the magazine for kids, on newsstands since 1973. CRICKET publishes the winning poems from its themed poetry contests in each issue, and the current one includes a submission from a Central Oregon girl.

By Nicole Vulcan Jun 12, 2018

Nest News Sofia Bartlemay CRICKET

Bend's biggest summer events

Keep the kids busy this summer with family-friendly fun

Is summer slipping away before your very eyes? Time to get out and do something memorable.

By The Source Staff Jun 12, 2018

Nest Feature Bite of Bend Fourth of July Pet Parade Munch & Music Bend Summer Festival Balloons over Bend Deschutes County Fair Britt Music Festival Lincoln City Kite Festival Oregon Country Fair

Local Businesses Serve Up Family-Friendly Summer Fun

Summertime in Central Oregon is packed with outdoor camps and kid-focused activities that kick off the minute the last school bell rings.

By Annette Benedetti Jun 12, 2018

Adult Time Bend Brewing Company Crux Fermentation Project Goodlife Brewery Sunriver Brewing Maragas Winery Va Piano Wine Bar The Bite Crow's Feet Commons

Fun Fair Facts

Get Ready for the Fair this Summer!

• The first annual fair in the American colonies was held in 1641 in New Amsterdam (now New York City) to showcase farm products of the local area.

Jun 12, 2018

By The Numbers

Editor's Note

The birth of a child is a life experience that is forever ingrained in the mind.

By Angela Switzer Jun 12, 2018

Editor's Note Angela Switzer Annette Benedetti Bookshelf MaryLea Harris

Engaging Minds

Ways to avoid the summer slide

Ah, summer!

By Angela Switzer Jun 12, 2018

Education Samara Learning Center Bend-LaPine Schools Deschutes Public Library

Q & A

Erin E. LeGrand D.O., FACOOG Central Oregon Obstetrics and Gynecology

By Erin E. LeGrand Jun 12, 2018

Expert Q&A

Editor Makes Headlines

Summit senior adds to newspaper's storied history

This journalism thing seems to run in the family.

By Howard Leff Jun 12, 2018

Kids In Action Natalie Burdsall Colin Burdsall Summit High The Pinnacle

Birthing Basics

Pregnancy and birth: Options in Central Oregon

After the shock and excitement of discovering that you are bringing a new life into the world, you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed as you take in everything you need to do to prepare for your child's arrival—including deciding where and how you want to give birth.

By Annette Benedetti Jun 12, 2018

Health Rooted & Open Bend Birth Connection The Hive Holistic Wellness Center in Bend Birth Awareness Week St. Charles Medical Center Lauren MacPherson doula Moonlight Doula Services

Community Connection

Amiguitos: opening access for all youth

Milagros Aparicio greets children and their parents with a smile and a hug as they arrive at Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe for their first paddle lesson.

By K.M Collins Jun 12, 2018

Outdoors Tumalo Creek Kayak and Canoe Bend Paddle Trail Alliance Latino Community Association Bend Park and Rec KPOV Deschutes County Library The Environmental Center Second Street Theater Cascades School of Music The Tower Theater Bruce Morris Sue Boettner