Did you know that since 1987, Oregon has been a sanctuary state that supports immigrant and refugee communities by prioritizing human rights, dignity and safety. Join the Latino Community Association to learn about the Oregon Hate and Bias hotline. Immediately following the photo exhibit, from 7 to 8 pm, LCA will offer a workshop and […]

Join us for an enriching afternoon of connection, creativity, and conversation hosted by The Restorative Justice & Equity Group of Bend. This event is designed to bring together community members of all ages to engage in meaningful activities and discussions, fostering a spirit of unity and understanding.Services Offered: Materials, snacks, beverages, limited Spanish translation servicesSign-up […]

Join us for a family-friendly Monarch butterfly-focused event in our Learning Garden. We'll be featuring a short film on Monarch Butterflies, providing activities for kids and resources to take home!Services offered: food, drinks

Join us for a screening of the film "Hotel For Dogs" as part of Welcoming Week.  Tickets are free and can be reserved at towertheatre.org. Come early to pick up FREE BOOKS and gear from Assistance League of Bend and the Deschutes Public Library.  This film will be screened with Spanish dubbing and English subtitles. […]

Join us on a special day dedicated to the astonishing migratory journey of monarch butterflies with indigenous performances, workshops, butterfly observation, and storytelling. Educational resources will be provided.Services offered: food, drinks, transportationVisit the Facebook event page.

Join us at the second annual Health & Wellness Fair for Zumba and Martial Arts classes facilitated in Spanish, free nutritious food from local vendors, and fun health-education activities for children and families, and basic health screenings such as blood pressure checks.Services offered: food, drinks, on-site interpretation services in multiple languagesVisit the Facebook event page.

The Bend Police Department welcomes all members of our community to take part in a fun afternoon of Lotería inside Bend Municipal Court. Lotería is a fun and easy game of chance, much like bingo, but played with a deck of cards. You’ll probably recognize some of the traditional Mexican imagery depicting people, objects and […]

Join Envision Bend and Embrace Bend to hear stories from community members with varied backgrounds, identities, and life experiences about what it means to belong in Central Oregon. There will be a short overview of the Belonging Measurement Project done by the Oregon Health and Science University followed by a moderated panel of community storytellers.Services […]

OSU Cascades will host an outdoor, family movie event featuring the film “Encanto”. Activities include making crafts such as calaveras or “sugar skulls”; papel picado; Mexican paper flowers; and piñatas. Participants can also join in Lotería. Attendees may bring blankets and low lawn chairs for the film viewing. The first 200 attendees to arrive will […]

Join us for an unforgettable evening with journalist Bola Gbadebo who will be screening her Bend-made film featuring various local community members, exploring themes of empathy, shared human experiences, and belongingness.Stay for a Q&A panel with the film’s stars and check out a vibrant haiku booth for some creative self-expression.Services offered: snacks, drinks, subtitles, ASL […]

Join us for a Beginner Friendly Yoga Asana class. Please bring a yoga mat or towel, water and any blankets or other props that you would like during your practice. This class will include a full-body warm-up, yoga postures, breathwork exercises and be accessible for all ages. We will end with calming/restful postures. As the first […]

Culture Jam is Bend's first multicultural celebration for Welcoming Week, a vibrant and true collaboration between APIC (Asian and Pacific Islanders Collective), Vamonos Outside, and The Fathers Group.Culture Jam is all about celebrating the richness and diversity of our community through live performances, local vendors, a fashion show, and community activities. This is your invitation […]