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Air Quality & Operations Update

Staff is actively monitoring conditions at this time.
Check on operations updates and air quality.
Volunteer Project Day at Shevlin Park

Saturday, September 7, 9 am – 12 pm
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Music, skating & more at Pavilion-Palooza

Sunday, September 8, 2 – 5 p.m. for $5 per person
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Now hiring for Kids Inc youth recreation leaders

Join the BPRD team for the 2024-25 school year.
Request your interview for part-time positions now.

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Youth soccer players at Bend Park and Recreation District.

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Sep 7

Bend Park and Recreation District joins the City of Bend in celebrating Welcoming Week! Welcoming Week is about you and your neighbors of all backgrounds coming together to build connections and affirm the importance of welcoming and inclusive places. This year’s national theme is “We’re All In,” which is all about building a community that values and respects diverse perspectives, backgrounds, experiences, and cultures.

Enjoy fun, interactive activities and culture shares provided by community organizations and spend some quality time with family and friends at The Pavilion!

Location: The Pavilion, 1001 SW Bradbury Wy, Bend, OR 97702
Date: Sun., Sept 15th
Time: 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Activities:
Roller Skating- all levels welcome!
Community Culture Shares
Lawn Games
Take Home Zone
Treats & Drinks
Raffles & Prizes & Music
And much more!

Event sponsored by Bend Park & Recreation District in partnership with:
CampFire Central Oregon
Deschutes Public Library
Hokeule’a Ohana
Kids' Entrepreneurial Market

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Sep 7

Don't forget to join us for Pavilion-Palooza on Sept. 8, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. It will be a fun afternoon with live music from Jeshua Marshall and the Flood, roller skating, skate park features, lawn games and more!

Admission: $5 per person (free for children under age 5), includes activities and skate use as available.
• Food, beverages, beer and cider available for purchase.
• Skate rental included. Limited availability. Bring your skates if you have them.
• Skateboards and scooters with helmets welcome in skatepark. Sorry, no bikes.
• Blankets and chairs welcome for lawn area.

Pavilion-Palooza is hosted by the Bend Park & Recreation Foundation. Your admission fee will support the recreation scholarship program, offering people in our community access to BPRD recreation programs and opportunities.

Learn more at: bendparksandrec.org/event/pavilion-palooza-event/

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Sep 6

Looking to cool off with a float down the river? Tube rentals are still available at Riverbend Park, weather permitting, until September 15. Walk-ups are welcome.

Shuttle service for floating the river won't be available until next Memorial Day, 2025. Park & Float services are now closed for the season.

More info at www.bendparksandrec.org/float/

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Sep 6

BPRD is currently seeking Soccer and Flag Football Officials for the fall season. Being an official can be great fun while supporting local youth sports. Although past experience is not required, applicants must have sound knowledge of soccer and/or flag football rules, enjoy working with youth and be able to create a positive, encouraging environment for all players.

- Soccer games are on Saturdays, Sept. 14 – Oct. 26. Games are 50 – 75 minutes, run 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. and held at Big Sky Park, Pacific Crest Fields and Pine Nursery Park.
- Flag Football games are on Sundays, Sept. 15 – Oct. 27. Games are 1.5 hours, run 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and held at Skyline Sports Complex and Pacific Crest Fields.

Applicants must be 14 years or older. Learn more and apply at: www.bendparksandrec.org/jobs

BPRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Sep 5

We're looking for more participants! Join us for a women's b-ball clinic every Sunday morning in September. Just $5 per person. The clinic starts at 9:00 a.m. See you on the court! 🏀

View schedules: www.bendparksandrec.org/facility/the-pavilion/#schedules_events

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Sep 5

In 1973, Vince Genna found an old lifeboat on the Deschutes River, sparking the creation of the iconic tugboat replica at the playground at Harmon Park. BPRD employee Ken Lehto worked his magic to bring this vision to life, and it was dedicated as the P.S. Happy Harmon during a Kiwanis Kid's Day event in June 1974. The boat still sits at Harmon Park today as a beloved fixture for kids and families alike. Who else has fond memories of playing on the P.S. Happy Harmon? ⚓️

Learn more about Harmon Park at: www.bendparksandrec.org/park/harmon-park/#

#50YearsofPlay #BPRDGoldenAnniversary

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Sep 5

At times, our region experiences poor air quality due to wildfire smoke. The district evaluates air quality conditions to make decisions on cancellations and closures.

There are multiple ways to stay informed regarding these decisions:

-Delays and Cancellations: Programs and facilities that are affected by air quality or weather will be displayed on the website using the Delays and Cancellations Report here: www.bendparksandrec.org/about/delays-cancellations/

-Recreation centers and drop-in activities: Check online schedules prior to leaving for the most up-to-date information. Schedules will be updated to keep you informed of facility and program cancellations.

-Camps and program notifications: We aim to email participants in registration programs 1-2 hours prior to the start of the activity if it is delayed, relocated or canceled due to smoke. In the event that an activity is in progress and needs to be canceled, phone calls will be made to pick up your child within one hour.

Find more details and resources at: www.bendparksandrec.org/about/air-quality-smoke-and-operational-updates/

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Sep 5

Thank you for your support! Both Juniper and Larkspur received fantastic recognition from our community via The Source Weekly’s reader-nominated Best of Central Oregon awards.

Bend Park & Recreation District won:
• 1st Place - Best Health and Recreation Facility - @juniperswimandfitness (18 years running)
• Runner Up - Best Health and Recreation Facility - @larkspurcommunitycenter (3 years running)
• Runner Up - Best Wedding Facility - @bendparks Aspen Hall (3+ years running)

Thank you for voting for BPRD! It means a lot to our team.

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Bend Park and Recreation District

District Office: (541) 389-7275
Juniper Swim & Fitness Center: (541) 389-7665
Larkspur Community Center: (541) 388-1133
Bend Senior Center: (541) 388-1133
The Pavilion: (541) 389-7588
Park Services: (541) 388-5435
Email: Customer Support