Mondays Kids ROCK(!) Choir SINGING — Sing Bend introduces Kids ROCK(!) Choir to Central Oregon. Kids 12 and under are welcome to come sing with only one goal: to have a great time! No training, experience, or long-term commitment required to join. Just a good attitude! Broken Top Bottle Shop | $10 singbend.com Mondays, April 30- […]
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.
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Editor’s Note
This is an exciting issue! The results are in…and we present to you the Best of the Nest winners! What an inspiring group of businesses that go that extra mile to make Central Oregon such a family-friendly place to live. Thanks for voting and congrats to all the winners! It’s almost Mother’s Day. Instead of […]
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Best of the Nest 2018
Parents voted for their favorite businesses, services in Central Oregon—here are the winners!
New to town? New to parenting? In search of a date night, tutor or pediatrician? We’ve got you covered. In fact, we’ve got the best of the best! With our Best of the Nest Ballot, local parents recently voted for their favorite businesses, from the most kid-friendly restaurant to the doc that makes the boo-boos better. We […]
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Nest News
Oregon’s first “Kid Gov” inaugurated, emotional support for Bend-La Pine students, keeping tobacco away from kids
Oregon’s First “Kid Gov” Inaugurated Here’s a new way to teach kids civics in Oregon: elect a kid governor. That’s exactly what Oregon Secretary of State Dennis Richardson has done since his time in office, implementing a “Kid Governor” program in the state last year, in the hopes of engaging fifth graders in learning about […]
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Rituals and Rites of Passage:
Coming of Age in Today’s Society
The first 13 years of your child’s life fly by. Information on the many milestones that will be met in those early years is abundant keeping parents well educated and feeling “in the know.” Unfortunately, as children draw closer to adolescence, the gush of advice on what to expect and how to prepare slows to […]
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The Adventures of Knox the Fox
by Ric DeMarco Illustrated by Vicki Shuck
What rhymes with fox? A fun-loving fox starts his day with his best friend, Robby the Robin. Through a rhyming dialog, fox and his friends talk about his love of rocks and follow his adventures throughout the day. DeMarco creates a picture book filled with community and friendships. The illustrations are cheerful—filled with outdoor scenes, green […]
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Maestro in the Making
Teen musician hitting high notes despite challenges
Dyslexia never quite figured out how to slow down Mateo Garza. Not only does this Redmond Proficiency Academy junior maintain an eye-popping 4.2 GPA—which includes AP classes—he’s also an impressive 17-year-old violinist with both High Desert Chamber Music and the Central Oregon Symphony. Tutoring helped his academic progress, but when it came to music, his learning disorder […]
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Calendar
Things to do in Bend
Monday – Saturday “The Big Play Thing” and Skating Rink PLAY—Come check out Central Oregon’s largest indoor play structure with more than 7,000 square feet of climbing adventure! It is designed for children ages 4 and older. Cascade Indoor Sports offers a slew of activities for kids and adults, including open skate Cascade Indoor Sports […]
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Bringing Diversity Home
How to Celebrate Black History Year-round
Take a moment to walk around your house. Look through the books on the bookshelves, take a peek in your pantry, and peruse the music and movies saved in your home entertainment system. How many cultures are represented in your household? Step back and expand your perspective. Consider all of the environments where your children […]
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Fight the Good Fight
Parenting tips for combatting childhood obesity
We’ve all read the news – obesity has become a worldwide epidemic. Two-thirds of adults and one third of children in the U.S. are overweight or obese. Changes in how we eat combined with more sedentary lifestyles are the biggest contributing factors. Why is this trend so troubling, and what’s important to know, as a […]
