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 of the Nest 2021: It’s time to vote!

Vote for your favorite family friendly Central Oregon businesses, now through Feb. 19!
by The Source Staff

It’s that time of year again—time to vote for your favorite family friendly businesses in Central Oregon! From food to vets to pediatricians, there’s lots of love to give around! Where’s the best place to eat out with kids? Which preschool is the place to be? Who has the yummiest sweet treats? Vote for all […]

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Best of the Nest 2020

We present to you the 2020 Best of the Nest winners
Bend Nest Staff

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 2020 Best of the Nest winners BEST OF HEALTHCARE Best Pediatrician 1st Dr. Jeff Meyerowitz (Central Oregon Pediatric Associates) 2nd Dr. Mary Rodgers (Central Oregon […]

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Best of the Nest 2020

Best Place for a Sweet Treat – Bonta Gelato
Elizabeth Warnimont

Best Place for a Sweet Treat – Bonta Gelato Juli Labhart, Co-Owner What makes Bonta so popular? It always surprises me, to be honest. At our first Bite of Bend event, we sold out the first night. Then we did the farmers market and that surprised me. I think it’s because what we do is […]

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Best of the Nest 2020

Best Children’s Clothing Store – Hopscotch Kids Clothing
Elizabeth Warnimont

Best Children’s Clothing Store – Hopscotch Kids Clothing Bridget Bostrom, Owner How would you describe Hopscotch Kids to someone who has never been inside the store? Shoes and clothing make up about half of Hopscotch. We carry the latest brands such as Tea Collection, Rylee & Cru, Quincey Mae, Appman and Kicky Pants, to name […]

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Best of the Nest 2020

Best Music Instruction – Cascade School of Music
Elizabeth Warnimont

Best Music Instruction – Cascade School of Music Robert Lambeth, Executive Director The Cascades School of Music offers many different ways to connect through music. What are some of the most popular programs for children? Kindermusik is growing fast. We currently have a program at the Boys and Girls Club downtown. We are planning a […]

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Best of the Nest 2020

Best Martial Arts Studio – Oregon Tai Chi Wushu
Elizabeth Warnimont

Best Martial Arts Studio – Oregon Tai Chi Wushu Master JianFeng Chen, Instructor Tell us a little about Oregon Tai Chi, and why it was voted Best of the Nest. Honestly, I think because one, we are local, here in Bend over seven years now and two, I believe we are the best Chinese martial […]

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Best of the Nest 2020

Best Midwife/Doula – Hannah Renzi, Certified Nurse Midwife
Elizabeth Warnimont

Best Midwife/Doula Hannah Renzi, Certified Nurse Midwife The words “midwife” and “hospital” tend to evoke completely different birthing environments. How do the two come together at the St. Charles Family Birthing Center? As midwives, we don’t bring in medical interventions unless it becomes necessary. We’re trying to make the experience as much like a home […]

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Best of the Nest 2020

It’s time to vote — Jan. 27 – Feb. 11
Bend Nest Staff

Central Oregon is a great place to raise family. With our many great healthcare providers, educational programs and recreational activities, CO is a magical place to be both a kid and a parent. To help recognize those who make family life so good here, now is the time to vote in our 2020 Best of […]

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Best Kids Yoga

Tula Movement Arts
Howard Leff

Tula Movement Arts Lotsie Cash, Owner What does the term “movement arts” encompass? We offer so many different kinds of classes that we couldn’t just call ourselves a yoga studio. We have classes like Aerial Yoga, AcroYoga, Hoop Dance and Slackline, so it feels appropriate to refer to us more as an innovative movement facility. […]

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