Bend Oktoberfest Cancelled

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Bend’s Oktoberfest has been cancelled because of the rise in COVD-19 cases. According to the Downtown Bend Business Association website:

​”After careful consideration, the Downtown Bend Business Association (DBBA) staff and board have decided to cancel Bend Oktoberfest, scheduled for Sept 2021.  his decision was an extremely difficult one to make. Bend Oktoberfest is the largest fundraiser for Downtown Bend, and not being able to hold this event will result in a reduction in beautification programs for Downtown Bend, including flower baskets and holiday decorations in the 2021/2022 fiscal year.

However, the most important thing to consider is the health and safety of our community, our hospital staff, and our children who will soon be returning to their classrooms.

If you’re passionate about the vitality of Downtown Bend and would like to donate to our non-profit, please click here.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership.  We look forward to co-creating with you in the future to increase the vitality of our community.

Stay healthy and stay kind, we’ll all get through this.”

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Camp Fire Teen Listening Session

Teen Connects offers stand-alone service projects and fun outings for youth ages 12 through 17 and who are looking for awesome volunteer experiences. We are excited for any teen to join us to make a difference and

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Oregon Unions Continue to Stack Wins

Union membership in Oregon has surged by 23% since 2013, placing it among the top 10 states for organized labor growth in the country. Service Employees International Union Local 49, which represents more than 15,000 health-care, janitorial and security