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Dental Care for all Central Oregon Children

Mosaic Medical Announces Creation of “Kemple Children’s Dental Fund”
by The Source Staff

Mosaic Medical, a community health center with 15 clinics across Central Oregon, is proud and grateful to continue the vision of the late Dr. H.M. Kemple with the creation of the Kemple Children’s Dental Fund. The fund has been established with a generous gift of $81,000 from the Kemple Memorial Children’s Dental Clinic, which closed […]

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Editor’s Note

It’s Spring!
Avatar photo by Angela Switzer

Although Central Oregon is notorious for mixed wintery weather this time of year, the longer days and warmer temps, mixed with some glorious bird song, is reason enough to celebrate. This issue, we are celebrating the Best of the Nest! Flip to the middle of the magazine to find our readers’ choice winners! These are […]

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The Next Best Thing

Bend-La Pine Schools Offers New Streaming Option for Athletic Competitions
by The Source Staff

Although local high school athletes are back at it, doing what they do best, fans and supporters will have to resort to the next best thing to being there: virtual cheering and online streaming of sporting events. The Bend-La Pine Schools District is launching a new free subscription service to allow families and community members […]

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Spring Calendar

Spring Calendar
by Bend Nest Staff

Tuesdays Online Story Time READ — Help develop your child’s vocabulary with fun! Join community librarians for songs, rhymes and stories that prepare your young one for learning and loving to read. 10am Online | Free deschuteslibrary.org/kids/programs Tuesdays & Thursdays Mommy & Me: Breastfeeding Support Group MOM FRIENDLY — This weekly support group invites all […]

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Bookshelf

Recommended by Paige Bentley-Flannery Community Librarian at Deschutes Public Library
by Paige Bentley-Flannery

Ice! Poems About Polar Life by Douglas Florian What animals live in the polar region? Discover the Arctic through a selection of animal poems and interesting facts. What is a Ptarmigan? Does it live in the Arctic? And why is everyone eating krill? Get ready to yell out rhyming words, howl like a gray wolf […]

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Editor’s Note

New year, new president, new learning options for children
Avatar photo by Angela Switzer

Although small businesses are still struggling due to closures and difficult regulations, I am hopeful for this new year, hopeful that the ship will soon right itself. Here at Bend Nest, we are ever thankful for the businesses that have stuck by our side during the pandemic and for you, dear readers, for staying engaged. […]

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Expert Q&A

Education Expert Q&A
by Nicole Blume

Q We’ve been distance learning this school year, and doing the best we can, but I’m worried my 2nd grader is falling behind in reading. How can I make sure she learns to read on time? A Every parent is in a similar boat this year. Relative to their peers, it’s unlikely that your child will be […]

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Winter Calendar

Winter Calendar
by Bend Nest Staff

January-March Junior Snow Ranger Program OUTSIDE – This outdoor winter event is open to children of all ages. The Bend Fort Rock Ranger District of the Deschutes National Forest and Mt. Bachelor present this hands-on fun learning experience for youth. A great chance for kids to learn about snowshoeing, winter safety and the science behind […]

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The Perfect Match

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon continues mentorship program amidst pandemic
by Caitlin Richmond

Think back to when you were a kid. Was there an influential adult in your life to whom you weren’t related? How did they help you get to where you are today? This thought process is precisely what’s behind Big Brothers Big Sisters, says Program Director Sandy Cassio. Surprisingly, children who have parents who are […]

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