Welcoming Week Kick-off CelebrationFriday, Septiembre 10, 6 – 7 p.m.Host: Latino Community AssociationLocation: Zoom Online GatheringThe Welcoming Week Kick-off Celebration will be centered around the experiences of Latinos and non-Latinos sharing how they felt welcome as a new student, new Bend resident, new on the job, as an individual with a physical disability and more!Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81556807283Meeting […]

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. Latino FestSaturday, Septiembre 11, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Host: Latino Community AssociationLocation: Sahalee Park, MadrasLatino Fest is back in-person this year! Enjoy learning about diverse cultures, live music, dance performances, delicious food, a community resource fair, pinatas and games for kids! The event will also include an opportunity for attendees to receive […]

Back-to-School Backpack DistributionSaturday, Septiembre 11, 1 –2 p.m. Host: The Father’s GroupLocation: City Hall, 710 NW Wall St, BendVisit this drive-through backpack distribution where The Father's Group will be giving out backpacks and school supplies for students attending school this fall. Attendees will not have to leave their vehicles and packages will be delivered by masked staff. […]

Sacred Community OrganizingSunday, Septiembre 12, 2 – 3 p.m.Host: Interfaith Movement for Immigrant JusticeLocation: Zoom Online GatheringThis community gathering for the immigrant, asylum seeking and Latinx community is organize to create meaningful connection with the goal of using our collective voice for civic engagement and advocacy.TO REGISTER CALL (503) 550-3510.View more Welcoming Week Events at bendoregon.gov/welcomingweek.Organización de comunidad sagradaDomingo 12 de Septiembre, 2 […]

Advocacy Day in BendSunday, Septiembre 12, 3 – 5 p.m. Host: Interfaith Movement for Immigrant JusticeLocation: Zoom Online GatheringCome and virtually meet our representatives in the City of Bend, learn about initiatives in progress, and advocate for your community during our virtual forum. Spanish interpreters will help residents whose voices are not usually heard to communicate with City […]

Investing in Belonging: Aligning Businesses for Bend’s GrowthMonday, Septiembre 13, 5 – 7:30 p.m.Host: Embrace BendLocation: Zoom Online GatheringThe most ideal state of inclusion happens when people feel like they are an insider, that they experience a feeling of belonging within their environment. They are very much themselves and their uniqueness is highly valued. Communities that strive […]

Why We Need Full Immigrant Inclusion NOWMonday, Septiembre 13, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.Host: Latino Community AssociationLocation: Zoom Online GatheringEleven million people live and work in the U.S. on shaky legal ground, only one traffic stop away from possible deportation. Some members of Congress have introduced bills that would legalize their status, yet political gridlock continues to impede […]

Mesoamerican Peoples in Oregon and Their LanguagesTuesday, Septiembre 14, 6 – 8 p.m.Host: Deschutes Public LibraryLocation: Zoom Online GatheringHear about Mesoamerican linguistic diversity and history of Mesoamerican communities in Oregon with Gabriela Pérez Báez, Associate Professor, University of Oregon Linguistics and Lynn Stephen, Professor, University of Oregon Anthropology.Zoom Registration link: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_twFYX55tQP-dirS_PHHibw Recording available by Jueves, Sept. […]

Grand Re-Opening of CET’s Hawthorne Station Miércoles, Septiembre 15, 3 – 6 p.m.Host: Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council Location: Hawthorne Station, 334 NE Hawthorne Ave, BendCascade East Transit (CET) has redesigned Hawthorne Station to create a more welcoming space for transit riders. Join CET for a tour of the new facility and learn about CET's plans for future […]

Community Connect: Our Patients Help Us Build Our Cultural IntelligenceThursday, Septiembre 16, 1 – 2 p.m.Host: St. Charles IDEA CouncilLocation: Zoom Online GatheringSt. Charles is committed to advancing inclusion, diversity, equity and acceptance throughout its health system and the communities served. Earlier this year, we partnered with some of our patients to learn from them. Hear […]

Multicultural Art ExhibitionThursday, Septiembre 16, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Host: The Environmental CenterLocation: The Environmental Center, 16 NW Kansas Ave, Bend, ORJoin us at The Environmental Center in downtown Bend for a Multicultural Art Exhibit. Experience live poetry, music, and creative arts by local BILAPOC, LGBTQ+ artists. Attendees can also tour The Environmental Center’s Learning […]