Creating Smiles for 20 Years: Kemple Memorial Children’s Dental Clinic
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one out of five children between the ages of five and 11 years old has at least one untreated, decayed tooth. The statistics aren’t much better for children between the ages of 12 and 19 years old, with one out of seven suffering from an untreated…
Make it a Special Occasion
With the holidays fast approaching, many Central Oregon families soon will be wanting an evergreen yuletide centerpiece for their home. Weather a visit to the national forest or to a corner lot fits the bill, this guide to finding the perfect timber (plus post-mortem options) should set everyone on their way to finding that ideal…
The 12 Days of Sustainable Living & Giving
The most wonderful time of the year can also be the most wasteful. Between gift packaging and shipping, increased travel and energy use, the holidays create a great deal of excess. In fact, Americans throw away 25 percent more trash from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, resulting in 100 million extra tons of garbage each…
Up Earlier or Later
A number of studies on the adolescent brain have concluded that teenagers benefit from starting school later in the morning. That’s a primary reason behind Bend-La Pine Schools’ recent decision to adjust school start times across the district. At its Oct. 9 Board of Directors meeting, Superintendent Shay Mikalson announced that start times for elementary and…
Families First
Known as one of the few homeless shelters in Bend, The Bethlehem Inn has become a pivotal place to help families get back on their feet. The Bethlehem Inn began their Transforming Lives Together fundraising campaign only a few years ago, but since then they have raised more than $8.3 million. The money has gone…
Friendometry.com
Ten years ago, Daniel Kriz envisioned a tool designed for kids experiencing childhood loneliness. Through his experience as a pediatric neuropsychologist, Dr. Kriz noticed a lack of resources for children who were struggling to make friends and wanted to make a difference. Over the past year, the timing was finally right for this idea to…
Gearing up for That Holiday Madness
Who doesn’t love the glitter and smiles but dread the stress and expectations? We caught up with some local moms who shared their personal views on the highs and lows of the season. Khara B. High: When the tree is decorated, and I place the last gift under it I get a moment to step…
A conversation with the Cowboy Carriage Driver, Ryan Moeggenberg
Why do kids love horses so much? I remember our family horse when I was a kid. She was a combination of having a bicycle that I didn’t have to pedal, having the trust of an animal similar to a dog and being huggable like a stuffed animal! How are kids today different than when…
Ringing in the Holidays, Central Oregon Style
Central Oregon embodies the dream of a white Christmas. In fact, it offers up the idyllic version of every holiday that takes place during the winter season. From local events and celebrations to traditions made possible by the high desert’s natural gifts, the region’s holiday culture draws families from all over the nation looking to…
Holiday Marketplaces & Craft Bazaars
November 16 & 17 Bend Holidays and Happenings Craft Fair Featuring unique items and food vendors. // Friday, 1-6pm & Saturday, 8am-6:30pm. Grace First Lutheran Church November 16 & 17 Christmas Goose Boutique Christmas gifts crafted by local artisans, with all proceeds benefiting cancer patients in Central Oregon. // Friday, 9am-6pm & Saturday, 9am-4pm. St.…
Calendar
Wednesdays Open Studio ART — Perfect creation activity for ages 3 and up! Make a mess with pastels, paints, cardboard, wood and upcycled items. Creative Wellness Studio – $15 creativewellnessstudio.com Thursdays Mom’s Running Group RUN — All moms welcome—with or without strollers! Join other mothers for 3 to 4.5-mile runs at 8- to 12-minute mile…
Bookshelf
Vivid: Poems & Notes About Color By Julie Paschkis Celebrate the art and science of color through poetry! A playful green dragon, a Lilac Point Siamese and a rainbow picnic take the reader on a rhyming journey of colors. What was the color pink named after? What color has the shortest wavelength of visible light?…
Death by Children
This is a true story. Normally, wild exaggeration is part of my job description. But not now. I’ve been sitting on this story since my daughter was 7, and now I’m finally comfortable telling the embarrassing, ridonculous, stupid truth: I believe in Santa Claus. We were headed out for the holidays. A young family, huddled…
A New Support Line for Central Oregon Parents
As the parent of a young child, Sarah Guilfoy said she often felt alone—not knowing if she was making the right decisions. Those personal feelings of uncertainty and stress motivated Guilfoy to launch a support line to help other Central Oregon parents. In October, Guilfoy announced the formation of Heart to Heart, a program that…
Feds Crack Down on E-Cigs
They’re so small you might mistake them for USB devices—but those small e-cigarette devices are the subject of big discussions with the Food and Drug Administration. In September, the FDA declared that the use of “e-cigs” has reached “an epidemic proportion,” according to a report in The New York Times, saying that more than two…
Editor’s Note
The holiday season is upon us. With too much to do in too little time, the risk of spoiling the season is real. If you’re someone who reflexively says, “I hate the holidays,” this year, we challenge you to make adjustments to regain the spirit. Make sure the holidays serve everyone in your family, not…
Science in Motion
As David Bermudez, executive director and lead instructor for Bend Science Station walks through their new state-of-the-art building, explaining why things are the way they are, it quickly becomes apparent that the building may not have been designed by scientists, but it was definitely designed for scientists. The Bend Science Station has been serving the…
Q & A
Q: My newborn is feeding so frequently that I am exhausted by the demand. Should I feed my baby every time she cries or can I put her on a schedule, say every two hours? A: Babies are exhausting! How often you feed your baby depends on her age and weight as well as how…
Bottle Cap Snowmen Craft
Here in Bend, we live in the land of beer, kombucha, snow and sunshine. What better way to celebrate winter than with a fun up-cycled craft with your favorite kiddo? These adorable little ornaments make great gift toppers as well. You probably have most of the supplies for this project in your craft stash at…
