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Bend Nest is a place to discuss, consider and laugh about all that parenting brings. A quarterly magazine produced by some of the finest writers, editors and photographers in Central Oregon, Bend Nest is smart and informed.
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A Global Movement Gains Ground in Bend-La Pine Schools

Cell phone and tablet usage policies are under pressure from local and statewide forces
Avatar photo by Jennifer Baires

It was the last day of school for most students at Bend La-Pine Schools. While many throughout the district celebrated the summer ahead on June 18, a group of concerned parents and healthcare practitioners gathered at the evening’s school board meeting to challenge administrators to urgently reconsider technology use in schools. “I brought in show […]

Posted inKid's Corner

Preserving the Beauty

Beeswax dipped leaves add autumn décor to the home
by Nicole Blume

Who doesn’t love frolicking in the falling leaves of the season? Alas, the beauty of autumn is ephemeral. Leaves crumble and disappear, leaving bare branches behind. With this fun and creative kids’ craft, however, you can keep the magic of the season alive by preserving beautiful autumn leaves in all-natural beeswax! Colorful leaves make a […]

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Best of the Nest 2024 Winners!

You voted, we counted and now… we present the winners!
by The Source Staff

Loving what you do and working hard at it are the keys to success. Thanks to our vibrant community of dedicated individuals and businesses who deliver top-notch services and products on the daily, raising a family in the high desert is a dreamy endeavor. This year, Nest followers rallied in great numbers to voice their […]

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Central Oregon Junior Golf Association Expands Offerings

The Central Oregon Junior Golf Association just unveiled its 2024 development programs for youth, ages 4-18
by Roseann Dennery

The Central Oregon Junior Golf Association just unveiled its 2024 development programs for youth, ages 4-18. Through interactive and social games, movement and play, young golfers will learn foundational skills necessary for the game, as well as gain valuable life lessons. As golfers grow, COJGA builds on this foundation with strategy-driven tasks and cooperative learning, […]

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Bend La-Pine School District Brings Back Free Summer Lunch Program

The Bend-La Pine School District announced it will offer healthy meals at no charge to those 18 and younger at four Central Oregon locations this summer
by Roseann Dennery

The Bend-La Pine School District announced it will offer healthy meals at no charge to those 18 and younger at four Central Oregon locations this summer. There is no registration or fee to receive a free lunch through the program that begins June 24 and continues through August 23 (closed July 4 and 5). All […]

Posted inBookshelf

Nest Bookshelf: A Bear, A Fish, And A Fishy Wish

Recommended by Paige Bentley-Flannery, Community Librarian, Deschutes Public Library
by Reviewed by Paige Bentley-Flannery, Community Librarian

A Bear, A Fish, And A Fishy Wish Words by Daniel Bernstrom and Art by Brandon James Scott Who will get their fishy wish?” Hungry Bear hopes it will be him! Little ones will smile as Bear goes on a new adventure along the river. Follow him as he chases a fish through the flowing […]

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