Rooted Homes and Housing Works anunciaron una nueva comunidad en Redmond de 76 unidades. Antler Campus ofrecerá a los habitantes una combinación de viviendas accesibles y despachos para oficina, incluidas unidades de alquiler, de vivienda accesible y edificios comerciales. Las apartamentos de 60 unidades estarán disponibles para los hogares que ganen menos del 60% del […]
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Mt. Bachelor implementa pases para ascender cuesta arriba
Este año, al comienzo de la temporada 2023-2024, Mt. Bachelor está implementando una nueva regla en la montaña que requiere que los visitantes obtengan un pase gratuito para ascender costa arriba (Uphill Pass). Según el sitio web de Mt. Bachelor, a partir del día de la apertura, los aficionados que se desplazan cuesta arriba pueden […]
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Ringing in the New Year!
Tips for celebrating 2024 with the kids
Whether you couldn’t find a sitter for New Year’s Eve or you’re just not up for going out, you can still have a fun, kid-friendly celebration. The key is to keep the kids occupied with fun activities as the clock counts down. We’ve gathered a few family friendly ideas to help make it a memorable […]
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Editor’s Note Winter 2023
We are rounding the corner, headed into the holidays! For many, this is a joyous time of year, but for others, the holidays can be difficult. For our family, this will be a different kind of Christmas without my dear dad, who passed away this year. However, there is much to celebrate this season, as […]
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It’s a Snow Day!
How to build your own snow fort or igloo
Many may remember “Snowmaggedon of 2017”, as well as the winter of 2019, which also had a considerable amount of snow. In fact, February 25, 2019 ranks fifth on the all-time list of daily snowfall in Bend! We may not get quite as much snow this season, but more often than not the city transforms […]
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Have Yourself a Merry Little Toddler
Four tips to limit meltdowns
If jam-packed stores and the holiday hustle bring out your inner Grinch, imagine how your toddler will feel. Your agitation is sure to trickle down to your child. She may already be tired out from coping with schedule changes and new experiences—not to mention being expected to smile for photos, graciously open gifts on demand […]
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Let’s Take it Outside this Year
Winter Wonderland Birthday Party Ideas
If your child was born in a winter month, you’ve probably already thrown a birthday bash or two at the many indoor places in Bend, from Tula Movement Arts and the Big Indoor Play Thing, to Mountain Air and Trampoline Zone. While these businesses offer wonderful cost-effective birthday packages, sometimes it’s nice to mix it […]
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BendNest Bookshelf: Jo Jo Makoons: Snow Day
Reviewed by Paige Bentley-Flannery, Community Librarian
By Dawn Quigley. Illustrated by Tara Audibert First-grader Jo Jo is seven years old and lives on the Pembina Ojibwe Nation. When she goes to school, she’s excited about journaling and embraces the health assignment. As she says, “Raisins are just very thirsty grapes.” When it starts to snow at bus time everyone is ready […]
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Nurturing Every Learner
Understanding Individualized Education Programs in the Bend-La Pine School District
Every parent wants their child’s educational experience to be smooth sailing, but for some, it can be more challenging than for others. If your young student struggles with learning or has been diagnosed with a disability, getting an Individualized Education Program in place is one way to improve their school experience. Sean Reinhart, Executive Director […]
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Health Expert Q&A
Sing-Wei Ho, MD, MPH Family Physician answers your questions
Q: Like clockwork, my twelve-year-old son gets sick during the winter. He usually comes down with a fever and sore throat and then develops a terrible cough. Because he misses a lot of school, he gets very stressed about catching up. I wonder if you have any prevention advice for us this year. A: The […]
