There’s no such thing as a dancer without passion; they do it because they feel it in their bones and soul. Owners of The Dance Connection Bend, Amy Adams, Lauren DuBose and Paige Coduti, feel that emotion and pass it on to every student who enters the doors of their studio. “We believe that dance stretches […]
Best of the Nest
New to town? New to parenting? In search of a date night, tutor or pediatrician? We’ve got you covered. In fact, we’ve got the best of the best! Local parents vote for their favorite businesses, from the most kid-friendly restaurant to the doc that makes the boo-boos better.
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Best Learning Specialist/Tutor: Sylvan Learning of Bend
Individualized Education on the Rise
No two students learn the same way and it’s a huge mistake to assume they will. That’s one reason why Sylvan Learning has expanded so widely over the years. Audra-Marie Bohn, the director of Sylvan of Bend, explains: “Sylvan sets up individualized learning plans customized to each and every student, and we use expert teachers […]
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Best OB: Dr. John Murphy
Continually Caring
Right away, it’s easy to tell how much Dr. John Murphy cares about his patients. “I feel continuity of care is truly the best form of medical care,” he says. “Every time a patient sees a different provider, a small piece of information can be lost. We try and give our community the best continuity […]
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Best Family Night Out
A Q&A with Scott Ramsey of Sun Mountain Fun Center
Sun Mountain, built and operated by the Ramsey family of Bend, has been dishing up fun in Central Oregon since 1995. During the pandemic, the facility underwent a major renovation, offering a more adult-friendly atmosphere as well as adding some new, active games for the kids. Owner Scott Ramsey talks more about the updates. The […]
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Best Summer Camp
A Q&A with Wildheart Nature School
Wildheart offers unique, nature-oriented educational programs for kids of all ages. In addition to spring and winter camps, classes are available throughout the school year for after-school or home school students. A mixed, preschool- Kindergarten class is Wildheart’s newest addition. Co-founders Amara and Rainbow Dreamer tell us more. How would you describe a typical day […]
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Best Art Instruction
A Q&A with Marlene Alexander
Artist and curator, Marlene Alexander, has been teaching children art in Central Oregon for 37 years. She recently shared about how the program began and what kinds of art she teaches today. How did you get started teaching art to kids? It came up one day when a group of us (former members of Art […]
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Best Nonprofit Serving Children
A Q&A with Family Access Network
Family Access Network began meeting the needs of Oregon families in 1993. Since then, the organization has expanded its scope from Deschutes County to greater Central Oregon, now serving almost every school district in Deschutes, Jefferson and Crook Counties. FAN Executive Director Julie Lyche tells Bend Nest more about the program. How did Family Access […]
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Best of the Nest 2022
Local parents and families voted, and these are our 2022 winners in the Best of the Nest! Best of Shops & Services Best Nonprofit Serving Children Family Access Network (FAN) KIDS Center Best Photographer for Children & Families Natalie Stephenson Danae Swan Photography \ Julia Duke (tie) Best Toy Store Leapin’ Lizards Toy Company Learning […]
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Best Family Brewpub
A chat with Larry Sidor, founder and brewmaster of Crux Fermentation Project
There’s a very good reason that Crux has become known as the best family-friendly pub – it was by design. Founder and Brewmaster, Larry Sidor, describes how a family-oriented philosophy steered the direction of the space. Crux has a family-friendly vibe, even as you’re walking up to the lot. Is it the open-space seating in […]
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Best of the Nest 2021
We present to you the 2021 Best of the Nest winners
We heard your voice! Thank you sincerely for showing up in record numbers to cast your votes. The results are in and NOW (drumroll, please)…we present to you the 2021 Best of the Nest winners. Best Dining Best Parents’ Date Night 1st – Ariana Restaurant 2nd – Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails Best Grocery Store 1st – […]
