Gwen Bartonek is President of the Board for Pollinator Pathway Bend. She talks about the importance of creating a pesticide free corridor of native plants in urban settings to build pollinator pathways, to keep the balance of our native plant, insect, and bird world. She offers suggestions on what community members can do in their back yard to create a healthy space for pollinators.
Central Oregon's High Desert Music Collective
Claire Merydith sits down with Charlie Utter, founder of Central Oregon's High Desert Music Collective. He tells us about his organization and how they support local artists. He also fills us in on some of our local live music events.
Food Insecurity with Pat Nadon from SAGE and Linda Orcelletto from City Club of Central Oregon
Pat Nadon from SAGE (Senior Advocates for Generational Equity) and Linda Orcelletto (representating City Club of Central Oregon) talk about an upcoming Community Conversation on food insecurity in Central Oregon. SAGE matches individuals and businesses with volunteer opportunities that support personal and professional interests and skills.
Exploring Our Local Caves with Neil Marchington
Neil Marchington, Chairman of Oregon High Desert Grotto, tells us about Central Oregon's caves and how we can keep them clean.
SCORE Mentoring -- Flex Health Consulting and Time and Place Historical Research
Ed Weiser, SCORE Mentor, talks about the free mentoring assistance available to businesses in the Central Oregon area. Assistance is provided at all stages of business development from start-ups to business expansion and troubleshooting. Dr. Lisa Flexner, Founder/Principal of Flex Health Consulting and Dr. Laura Shepard, Founder/Principal of Time and Place Historical Research, talk about their businesses and how SCORE assisted them in the start-up phase and with business development.
Coming To The Table with Mark Montgomery
Mark Montgomery is the facilitator for Central Oregon Coming To The Table, an organization dedicated to healing from racial injustice. He talks about the local group and the conversation and efforts made to insure racial equity and justice, including learning from the past, righting the wrongs, educating, and repairing the distance and separation that still exists between races.
Singalong For Soldiers: A local event that gets you singing, and supports our veterans
Claire and Carolyn talk with Scott Elnes, morning anchor on Central Oregon Daily News, and musician Randy Vance about their musical project The Singalong Brothers. The two play popular songs at local venues and encourage audience participation, with all shows benefiting Central Oregon Veterans Ranch. Also joining us is Heather Martin, Executive Director of COVR.
Aaron Switzer, Founder and Publisher of The Source Weekly
Aaron Switzer, Founder and Publisher of the Central Oregon publication The Source Weekly, spoke about the establishment of the paper in the 1990s, his motivation for creating a community information and news source, the importance of community, and the value of being informed about local government and policies.
Bend City Update with Mike Riley
Bend City Councilor Mike Riley gives an update on actions, proposals and issues currently facing the City Council. He also discussed resources and general information about fire prevention and warnings as we enter fire season in Central Oregon.
High Desert Food and Farm Alliance - Feeding the Central Oregon Community
The High Desert Food and Farm Alliance (HDFFA) believes that all people deserve "good food" and that locally sourced food nourishes the community. Executive Director Sharon Maier-Kennelly talked about the efforts of the organization to partner with local farmers and ranchers to eliminate food waste, feed those in need, connect with local food providers, and be the link to locally sourced food in Central Oregon.
A Conversation About Addiction (Part Four of a Four-Part Mental Health Series)
Central Oregon Addiction Specialists Helen Feroli and Brian Hodges give us some insight into substance use disorder. They tell us what addiction really is and how we can find support when we or our loved ones are affected by it.
A Conversation About ADHD (Part Three of a Four-Part Mental Health Series)
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Stephanie Cypress tells us about ADHD: what it is, what causes it, and how to treat it.
A Conversation About Anxiety (Part Two of a Four-Part Mental Health Series)
Occupational Therapist Taryn DuBose gives us some tips on living with anxiety and discusses how occupational therapy can help us manage this condition.
Coping With Depression (Part One of a Four-Part Mental Health Series)
May is National Mental Health Awareness Month. Claire hosts a four-part series highlighting some of the most common psychological conditions we face. On part one of this series, professional counselor Scott Cypress gives us some insight into living with depression.
Bend Moonlight Market with Kiki Castro
Kiki Castro is the founder of Bend's Moonlight Market, and drummer of local band Not Your Ex Lover. She tells us about the market's history and what we can find at this pop-up event. We also get to hear a song by her band!
April Bend City Update with Mike Riley
Bend City Councilor Mike Riley talks about significant issues currently facing Bend and the possible impact on the City if previously committed federal dollars do not come to the community.
Disaster Preparedness Resources from OSU Extension with Glenda Hyde
Community Educator Glenda Hyde from the OSU Extension talks about ways to prepare for disasters, fires, floods, earthquakes including caring for children and pets, planning for water and food storage, and coordinating efforts in communities. She also shares available resources to help individuals meet their needs.
Latino Community Association with Mary Murphy
Mary Murphy, Deputy Director of Central Oregon's Latino Community Association, tells us about changes within the organization during the first two months of Trump's second term. She also gives us information about the LCA's Citizenship classes, and how we can help.
Antony Sparrow and Donovan Kelly from Sunriver Stars
Programming Director and Director of the upcoming performance of "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance” Antony Sparrow and Lead Actor Donovan Kelly talk about the newest production coming from Sunriver Stars in April and early May. They also talk about the history of the theater and other programs including a free Kids Drama Camp available through this non-profit organization.
Senior Advocates for Generational Equity (SAGE) with Pat De Vol Nadon
Pat De Vol Nadon, Central Oregon Coordinator of Senior Advocates for Generational Equity (SAGE), talks about her work: matching an individual's interests, skills, and passions with volunteer opportunities in the Central Oregon community. SAGE offers coaching and placement for a good fit with an organization that needs volunteers.