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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Family Milestones
How to know if you’re ready.
Parenting is an epic adventure. The day you find out you are bringing another person into your family is the beginning of a wild ride that includes many firsts. From deciding when to start potty training to figuring out when to let your teen work or drive, there is an endless number of important decisions […]
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Best of the Nest 2020
Best Children’s Clothing Store – Hopscotch Kids Clothing
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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Nest News
Educational Travel for Teens Local program takes teens abroad to study global issues By Clare Kubota Two local organizations, Camp Fire Central Oregon and Workshops with Purpose, have partnered to create an educational travel program for teens. BRIDGES: Thailand pushes participants out of their comfort zones, exposes them to new cultures and opens their eyes […]
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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 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 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, […]