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come to Hollinshead Park on June 13 for free open house and museum tour.

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join us June 13 to support natural areas, parks and trails.

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Public skate sessions at the Pavilion.

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Summer registration now open.

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Holiday Hours: June 19

Juniper, Larkspur, The Pavilion: Open regular hours
District Office and Park Services: Closed
Historical Open House | June 13 | Free

Get a look back to life in Central Oregon in the 1940s.
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Roll your heart out at The Pavilion

Roller skating, hockey and the skatepark.
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Guardian and child show off their art at a With A Child painting class

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Caretaker and child at Spanish language swim lessons class.

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Jun 9

🎨✨ Summer fun starts here! ✨🎨

Looking for creative ways to keep your kids engaged this summer? Check out these awesome BPRD youth classes - there’s something for every interest and age!

🖌️ Intro Art Explorers With Fun Works Inc. – 206661 – ages 5 - 7
🖌️Art Explorers With Fun Works Inc. - 206662 – ages 8 - 12
🎬 Digital Animation by Youth Tech - 206666 – ages 9 – 17
💻 Graphic Design by Youth Tech - 206668 – ages 9 – 17
✨ Natural Fabric Dyeing For Beginners - 202445 – ages 16 & up
🧵 Sew Simple: Japanese Knot Bag - 202446 – ages 16 & up

From painting and design to hands-on creativity, these classes are a great way for kids and teens to learn new skills, make friends and have fun! ☀️

Spots are filling fast. Don’t miss out!

Learn more and register: https://register.bendparksandrec.org/

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Jun 8

Guess what?!? BPRD's got some last-minute space available in kids' summer swim lessons beginning June 15! Take advantage of the openings and get your kiddos swimming, splashing and learning in the pools. The upcoming session has openings in:
-- Juniper Swim & Fitness Center: Journey 2/3 and Level 1, Level 4
-- Larkspur Community Center: Journey 2/3, Journey 4/5, Level 1, Level 1/2, Level 2/3.
To learn more about these and other summer swim lessons, visit the BPRD registration website's Swim Lesson Finder at: https://register.bendparksandrec.org/webtrac/web/search.html?display=detail&finderID=SwimLessonFinder&keyword=SwimAll&module=AR&search=Yes&templateID=&_csrf_token=

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Jun 8

Tuesday's the big day! Make your way to BPRD's biggest health event of the year!

📢 Tuesday, June 9 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Free | The Pavilion, 1001 SW Bradbury Way

😋 Free BBQ lunch starting at 12:00 p.m.
🎶 Live music by Bend Ukulele Group from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

Come celebrate health, wellness, and all the perks of being 50+ at BPRD's free Live Well Age Well Expo! More than 50 local organizations and providers will be on hand.

Presenting partners include St. Charles Health System, Whispering Winds Retirement and PacificSource Medicare.

We hope to see you there! Learn more at www.bendparksandrec.org/event/health-wellness-fair/.

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Jun 5

Make your way to BPRD's biggest health event of the year!

📢 Tuesday, June 9 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Free | The Pavilion, 1001 SW Bradbury Way

😋 Free BBQ lunch starting at 12:00 p.m.
🎶 Live music by Bend Ukulele Group from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

Come celebrate health, wellness, and all the perks of being 50+ at BPRD's free Live Well Age Well Expo! More than 50 local organizations and providers will be on hand with:
- Free 15-minute exercise classes
- Blood pressure checks, vein screenings, grip strength testing, and balance assessments
- Shoulder & neck massages and spinal health screenings
- Support services for veterans
- Hearing evaluations and mobile dental care
- Experts on dementia, stroke, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and more
- Gift certificates, raffles, and lots of free swag!

Presenting partners include St. Charles Health System, Whispering Winds Retirement and PacificSource Medicare.

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Jun 5

🌲 Celebrate National Trails Day this Saturday, June 6! 🌲

It’s the perfect time to get outside, explore local trails, and enjoy all that Bend’s trail system has to offer. From casual walks to more adventurous outings, here are a few ideas around town:

• NE Bend: Pine Nursery Park Trail – Enjoy paved paths throughout the park, including a 1.25-mile loop.
• NW Bend: Riley Ranch Nature Reserve – Wander through meadows, forests, lava flows, and along the Deschutes River canyon.
• SE Bend: Stone Creek Park Trail – A relaxing loop with scenic views.
• SW Bend: Alpine Trail – Take in the stunning scenery of the Cascade Mountains.

Find even more options with BPRD’s trail locator:
bendparksandrec.org/parks-trails/trail-locator/🌿🥾

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Jun 3

✨Experience local history at the Hollinshead-Matson Homestead Museum! ✨

➡️ 2026 open house dates: June 13, July 11, August 8, September 12, October 10, December 12.

The Hollinshead-Matson Homestead Museum, located in Hollinshead Park, offers visitors a look back to life in Central Oregon in the 1940’s.

The museum is open on the second Saturday of each month from May to October, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. A special holiday event is held in December. No reservations are needed.

Museum events are hosted by Sharron Rosengarth and Bend Park and Recreation District, with support from volunteers and Deschutes County Historical Museum.

To learn more about Hollinshead Park and the Hollinshead-Matson Homestead Museum, visit bendparksandrec.org/park/hollinshead-park/.

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Jun 3

🍰✨ New to the kitchen or looking to up your skills? Join our cooking and baking classes - perfect for beginners and food enthusiasts alike. Come try something different and enjoy the process - no experience required.

Classes with openings:
- Flavor Fundamentals for Home Cooks (Ages 16 & up)
- Sushi & Norimaki Platters (Ages 18 & up)
- Perfect Pie (Ages 18 & up)
- Tasty Tiramisu (Ages 18 & up)
- Festive Summer Tarts (Ages 18 & up)

Don’t miss out on these fun and flavorful experiences! Sign up today and let’s get cooking! For more details and to register, visit https://register.bendparksandrec.org/.

#CookingClasses #BakingFun #CulinaryAdventures #BendOregon #FoodieFun

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Jun 1

The World Cup spirit is everywhere this summer - why not bring that global game energy to your child’s soccer experience? ⚽🌍

Summer is the perfect time for kids to build skills, make friends, and have fun on the field. We have a full lineup of soccer programs inspired by the international game, offering something for every young player all season long:
🌟 June: Challenger Sports British Soccer Camps and more
🌟 July: Apex Futbol Soccer Camp
🌟 All summer: UK International Soccer Camp

These programs are a great way to channel that worldwide passion for soccer right here at home.

Learn more and register:
https://register.bendparksandrec.org/

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