Wednesdays Bend Farmers Market LOCAL – Showcasing 100% Oregon-produced goods, this family-friendly event features food, drinks, flowers, crafts and more. Saturdays from 3-7pm. Brooks Alley, Downtown Bend | Free bendfarmersmarket.com In-Depth Nighttime Visit LEARN – Seek the stars at the nation’s largest collection of publicly accessible telescopes. Two-hour sessions include an educational presentation, night sky […]
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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Free Spirit Yoga Ninja Play
Best Kids Yoga
Interview with Rachel Augustine, Co-Owner Will you tell us a little about your kids’ yoga program? Kids yoga has been at the heart of Free Spirit since we opened in 2019. As a mom, longtime yoga teacher and someone with a background in art and design, I created the program to help kids grow into […]
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Mudpies and Lullabies
Best Preschool
Interview with Alissa Guthrie, Co-Owner Mudpies and Lullabies has been a mainstay in Bend for a long time. What is the history of the school? Yes, Mudpies and Lullabies has been a mainstay of early childhood education in Bend for almost 30 years! Founded by Anne Williams on the belief that children learn best through […]
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Nest Bookshelf: Good Golden Sun
Recommended by Paige Bentley-Flannery, Community Librarian, Deschutes Public Library
Good Golden Sun By Brendan Wenzel Are you ready to play? The mysteries of light are glowing in the dark. Readers will learn how the sun touches all aspects of life on earth. From animals, to plants, to soil, the sun impacts all life around it. What questions would you ask the sun or the […]
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Ponderosa Players Take the Stage this Summer with the Broadway Hit Musical, “Guys and Dolls”
This coming June, Ponderosa Players brings the magic of Broadway to Central Oregon with “Guys and Dolls,” featuring a talented cast of 20 young performers, ages 11 to 18. Co-directed by founders Kisky Holwerda and Dash Conant, and choreographed by Holwerda, this production offers a delightful mix of nostalgia and modern flair. This production will […]
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Bend Parks and Recreation District
Best Youth Sports
Interview with Becky Rexford, BPRD Sports Program & Athletic Fields Manager With so many youth sports organizations in Bend, what sets BPRD apart from the rest? BPRD has been around since 1974 and has made great connections with many, many people in the community. The district has the benefit of being able to serve many […]
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Nest Bookshelf: Hello, Sun
Recommended by Paige Bentley-Flannery, Community Librarian, Deschutes Public Library
Hello, Sun By Julie Downing What colors will you see in the sunshine? The days are filled with colors from morning to night. Do you see silver, yellow or pale light? Ladybugs, rabbits, squirrels and sleepy bears greet the day and night. Listen to the sounds around you. As night appears in warm colors of […]
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Oregon Zoo Welcomes Baby Tula-Tu
Did you know that the Oregon Zoo recently welcomed a new baby elephant to the family? Last month the youngster made her debut appearance outdoors much to the delight of zoo staff and visitors. Guests can see the new baby, named Tula-Tu, in her indoor habitat, Forest Hall, during the day and may be able […]
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BEAT Children’s Theatre
Best Youth Theatre
Interview with Bree Beal, Executive Director How long has BEAT been around? Was it difficult to gain a foothold in the community? BEAT Children’s Theatre started in 2006, so we are just about to kick off our 20th season! Our little nonprofit has been growing every year since its inception. We currently serve around 500-600 […]
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I Made This
Simple Sewing with kids
As a rule, most kids love arts and crafts, especially those that encourage maximum creativity! Simple projects that require kids to slow down and focus have multiple benefits – including decision-making, confidence-building and math development, to name a few. If you learned to sew as a child, you probably still know enough to sew on […]
