Marie Wattier and Mattie Swanson are founders of Women Emerging. The organization focuses on women in transition, primarily women in their sixties. They talk about their yearly retreat held outside of Bend and their monthly gatherings to create, define and design in a supportive group setting.
Amy Jo Detweiler for The Extension Connection
Master Gardener Amy Jo Detweiler teaches everything you want to know about pruning your trees for beautiful, healthy trees in Central Oregon.
Ginger Theis-Stevens, Director of Development and Marketing at KIDS Center
Ginger Theis-Stevens, Director of Development and Marketing at KIDS Center, shares about how KIDS Center helps children and families affected by child abuse.
How Martial Can Arts Increase Mindfulness with Dr. Brad Welker
Jacey Silk and Louise Kaplan sit down with Dr. Brad Welker, Chiropractor and Aikido instructor and a 4th-degree black belt with over 20 years experience in spinal care and teaching, to discuss how Aikido can increase confidence and calm the mind.
Dee Ann Lewis, Executive Director of Family Resource Early Learning Program of Central Oregon
Dee Ann Lewis, Executive Director of Family Resource Early Learning Program of Central Oregon, shares about how they help parents with parenting skills and about a special grant they received from Oregon Community Foundation.
Women who Built Bend with Vanessa Ivey from the Deschutes Historical Museum
In honor of Women's History Month, Vanessa Ivey from the Deschutes Historical Museum talks about three women in Central Oregon who supported education, culture and the outdoors. Ruth Reid (educator in the early 1900s), Maren Gribskov (Pine Tavern entrepreneur), and Virginia Meissner (naturalist and outdoor advocate) are highlighted.
Bend Downtown Business Association - a Conversation with Shannon Monihan
Shannon Monihan, the new Executive Director for the Downtown Bend Business Association, talks about the skills and experiences she brings to the position and what she hopes to add to the Bend downtown...a glimpse into the future of downtown Bend.
Supporting Pollinators with Jen Sawyer from Go Hive Yourself
Jen Sawyer from Go Hive Yourself shares ideas about how to support pollinators and insects with environmentally friendly methods and materials.
Peaceful Presence - Compassionate Friends and Death Doulas
Carolyn and Jacquie spoke with Elizabeth Johnson, representing Peaceful Presence, a community-based organization working compassionately with those who are facing death. Efforts focus on compassionate care, helping families and individuals identify needs and wants during the process, and supporting patients and family members during the death process of a loved one.
Robert Mason, Letters Against Depression
Robert Mason, founder of Letters Against Depression, shares his journey with depression and his unique non-profit developed to help others with depression.
ConnectW -- Women's Network
Ginger Weeden, President of ConnectW, talks about a networking program for women entrepreneurs and business owners in the Central Oregon community. Mixing socializing with networking, the organization offers women a chance to share and learn from others on how to promote and run a successful business.
Raising Chickens with Scott Dugan on the Extension Connection
Learn more about what's going on with the Avian Virus and how to raise your own backyard flock of laying hens more safely so you can enjoy delicious, homegrown eggs with OSU Extension Professor Scott Dugan.
Dark Skies Central Oregon
Rima Givot, Sisters High School Science Teacher and Astronomy Club Advisor, and students Lizzy McCrystal and Kaleb Woods talk about the Sisters High School Astronomy Club and Dark Skies Central Oregon.
Tim Willis from DIY Cave
Tim Willis, owner and co-founder of the DIY Cave in Bend, Oregon, talked about the development of the business and the available programs, classes, and tools that can be used by community members to fix and create a variety of items from car repair to fused glass.
Ethical Tea Practices with Amy Stahl, founder of Metolius Tea
Jacey Silk and Louise Kaplan sit down with Amy Stahl to discuss the founding of Metolius Tea and ethical tea practices. More information is available at metoliustea.com.
Life Begins at 50 with Sally Griffin
Sally Griffin shares her fascinating story of her real-life experience, from wife and mother turned liquor store owner, to college student at age 50 who graduated with a master’s degree in education. She’s now retired after a career as a high school teacher.. Life begins at 50!
Pelvic Floor Therapy with Mackenzie Van Loo
Jacquie Elliott and Jacey Silk sit down with Physical Therapist Mackenzie Van Loo, who specializes in the pelvic floor, to discuss the pelvic floor, important facts surrounding that area of the body, and how to care for yourself.
Colette Boylan, Upper Deschutes Watershed Council
Colette Boylan, Education and Outreach Coordinator for Upper Deschutes Watershed Council, talks about teaching and getting students and adults alike involved in community initiatives and has special plans for the area around the Bill Healy Bridge.
Emily Boynton from Mosaic Medical
Emily Boynton is the Senior Development Director at Mosaic Medical, a nonprofit medical provider in Central Oregon serving the medical and social needs of citizens in the community. She joined Carolyn and Jacquie to discuss the wide array of medical and social services offered through the organization, how the organization originated in Central Oregon, and future plans.
Thornburgh Resort Land Use Laws: Should it be Built?
Jacey Silk and Louise Kaplan speak to Ben Gordon, Executive Director of Central Oregon Landwatch, and Attorney Carol Macbeth about central Oregon land use laws pertaining to the Thornburgh land development. More information available at centraloregonlandwatch.org