While the holidays can be a time of excess (food, gifts or money spent), that excess can also be a time to remind us of how fortunate we are to have that opportunity. Helping out a charity, through time spent volunteering, giving a cash donation or a donation of food/items can be a great way […]
Bend Nest
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.
Posted inBend Nest
Editor’s Note
A fabulous mix of articles that cover timely topics for the upcoming season
This issue we’ve put together a fabulous mix of articles that cover timely topics for the upcoming season. The holidays are synonymous with family time, and when it comes to having a meaningful, enjoyable experience, planning is key. Look ahead, get some dates down and figure out a game plan. Our Calendar serves as a […]
Posted inBend Nest
Fueling Classrooms
The Education Foundation for Bend-La Pine Schools unveils new Back-to-School Grants Program
When the 2019-2020 school year started, the Education Foundation for Bend-La Pine Schools was starting to implement a new program: Back-to-School Classroom Grants for Educators. The program allows teachers and schools to gain extra funding earlier in the year than ever before. This follows in the footsteps of their other worthwhile grant programs, such as […]
Posted inBend Nest
Q&A
Beau Gilmore, MD, Pediatrician, Mosaic Medical
Q Is it safe to give kids probiotics? If so, do you recommend chewables, gummies, or something else? A It is safe in nearly every case to give your child probiotics containing Bifidobacterium or Lactobacillus. The exceptions are if your child is immunosuppressed or has an indwelling catheter—those cases are a little more complicated. Unfortunately, […]
Posted inBend Nest
Holiday Baking with Kids
Simple Recipes + Imagination = Fun Memories
Whether holiday baking is a family tradition for your clan or not, these simple recipes and tips are designed to inspire even those who have never dared anything homemade or sprinkled a single Christmas cookie! Tips • Let the kids help set up equipment and measure out ingredients • Bring on the sprinkles, frosting, chocolate […]
Posted inBend Nest
Meet this year’s Clara!
Kyla Wilson will dance the lead role in the Nutcracker
The Nutcracker ballet has been a longtime tradition in Kyla Wilson’s life—the 10-year-old has either watched or danced in it every year since she was three, when her sister, Shayla, started ballet. The dancing bug hit Wilson hard, and now the two of them dance at the Central Oregon School of Ballet. This year, Wilson […]
Posted inBend Nest
Things I’ve Learned
On the Air: Meet local DJ, Kris Arnold
After working at Atlantic Records in L.A. for 12 years as VP of alternative promotion, Kris Arnold made her way to Bend, Ore., where she has made her home for the past 14 years. Presently, she DJ’s for local station, 92/9, is their musical director and hosts the local show, Highway 97 every Tuesday. Kris […]
Posted inBend Nest
Quick & Easy Weeknight Family Dinners
Stock your pantry with fall staples for quick cooking
Between work, school and extracurricular activities, it can be tough to put healthy, family dinners on the table. Here are a few ideas to help with the weeknight food blues! Fall Pantry Staples Store in a cool, dry place: Onions Garlic Sweet potatoes Polenta Dry beans/lentils Rice Pasta Salt, good quality Coarsely ground black pepper […]
Posted inBend Nest
Join the FAN Club!
Family Access Network serves children and families in the Central Oregon community
Imagine being too young to provide for yourself, but your family is struggling to provide for you. It’s not because they aren’t trying, but because they have encountered some obstacles in our ever-changing community of Central Oregon. Imagine winter break is approaching and a Family Access Network advocate prepares a backpack full of non-perishable food […]
Posted inBend Nest
Editor’s Note
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”— Benjamin Franklin As the long days of summer wane and evenings turn chilly, it’s time to savor precious unstructured time before the start of the school year. Looking ahead, take some time to address any hurdles you may encounter regarding family schedules or individual needs […]
