Between organizing (six!) Black Lives Matter protests, starting a BLM Instagram page and meeting with fellow activists, Bend High senior Jade Jager slows down just long enough for us to ask her a few questions. Bend Nest: What prompted you to organize a BLM protest? Jade Jager: The first one I decided to organize was […]
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Feel the Freedom
Bicycle commuting for students of all ages
The beginning of a new school year represents a fresh start – new classes, new people and opportunities. Like the beginning of a new year, back-to-school can be the perfect time to set goals and resolutions. Why not make one of them becoming a bike commuter—however the school year looks? Health Benefits Riding a bike […]
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One Step Ahead
Anticipating the school year and the pandemic’s impact on kids’ mental health
Even before 2020 took the U.S. by storm with COVID-19, anxiety and depression were prevalent among our youth. Now more than ever, with the new school year quickly approaching, parents are faced with the challenge of figuring out how to not only calm their children’s fears of becoming and getting others sick, they have to […]
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Best of the Nest 2020
Best Music Instruction – Cascade School of Music
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
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
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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2020 Summer Camps Central Oregon Style
Summer is still a ways out but it’s never to early to start planning your kids’ Summer adventures.
Abstract in Motion Camp Featuring fun activities for kids ages 6 and up, including games, parkour and Nerf battles! Camps will be Monday to Thursday from 9 to 12. Dates are June 15. There will only be 8 spots so register while you still can! (for ages 8 and up) https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=32https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ASP/main_enroll.asp?studioid=321727&tg=23&vt=19&lvl=&stype=-8&view=week&trn=0&page=&catid=&prodid=&date=06%2f15%2f20&classid=0&prodGroupId=&sSU=&optForwardingLink=&qParam=&justloggedin=&nLgIn=&pMode=0&loc=1 ARTdog – Creative Wellness […]
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Editor’s Note
Dear Readers, In this time of great uncertainty regarding the spread of COVID-19, many families in our community are feeling a bit unsettled. There is a silver lining, however, in this time of adversity, as hardship compels able-bodied people to think of others, especially the elderly or medically fragile. Locally, I am in awe of […]
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Health Expert Q&A
Dr. Sheala Lansden, Pediatric Dentist, Bluefish Dental & Orthodontics
Q Can you recommend some school lunch ideas that are tooth-friendly? Which school lunch items should be avoided when considering dental health? A As a mom of a three-year-old, I know packing lunches can be hard, especially with the temptation of using convenience food. Some schools in the Central Oregon area require lunches to include protein, […]
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Spring Planting Project Puts Veggies on Table
Easy container gardening leads to fresh vegetable dishes
Central Oregon is famous for outdoor adventures, craft brews, gorgeous views AND a short growing season! But don’t let that deter you from doing a little container gardening. Start by sowing seeds INDOORS in a sunny windowsill. Once established and once warm weather does come around, you can transplant those seedlings into bigger containers or […]