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The Future of the Workplace: Who Will Be Prepared?

Community Conversations
2025-09-10 17:00:00 2025-09-10 19:30:00 America/Los_Angeles The Future of the Workplace: Who Will Be Prepared? Let's talk about the benefits of degrees, trades, and practical career paths. Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)

Wednesday, September 10
5:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-09-10 17:00:00 2025-09-10 19:30:00 America/Los_Angeles The Future of the Workplace: Who Will Be Prepared? Let's talk about the benefits of degrees, trades, and practical career paths. Downtown Bend Library - Community Room (Brooks)

Downtown Bend Library

Community Room (Brooks)

Let's talk about the benefits of degrees, trades, and practical career paths.

Registration is required. Light supper provided.

Community Conversations brings neighbors together to connect, share experiences, and listen with open minds. Through thoughtfully facilitated events, we provide opportunities for individuals with diverse beliefs to engage in meaningful dialogue, explore different perspectives, and discover common ground on the issues that shape our community. Our goal is to foster deeper understanding, stronger relationships, and collaborative solutions to local civic challenges. Together, we cultivate the trust and communication skills essential for a thriving and united Central Oregon.

Questions? Contact lizg@deschuteslibrary.org  

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Adult Program |

Downtown Bend Library
Phone: 541-617-7050
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The two-story, 38,855-square-foot library opened in 1998 and features exposed beams and high ceilings, complemented with eastward-facing windows, looking over Bend’s civic square.

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Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Wed, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
La Pine Library - Meeting Room
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consulations
Wed, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Redmond Library - Study 4
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Wed, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Study 6 (3rd Floor)
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.
Cuentacuentos en español
Wed, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Youth Programing (2nd Floor)
Traigan a sus pequeños a leer, cantar y jugar.
Lawyer in the Library - Online Only
Wed, Jun 03, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Online Only
Free 30-minute virtual consultations with a local lawyer on Oregon civil law issues.
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Medicare Made Simple
Wed, Jun 03, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Meeting 3 (3rd Floor)
Free community seminar focused solely on Medicare education and understanding.
Family Story Time - Books, Songs, Rhymes, and Fun!
Thu, Jun 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Central Library - Youth Programing (2nd Floor)
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Library @ Drake Park
Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Drake Park
Chat with a librarian, grab a free book, ask questions!
Quiet Writing Time - Write Here
Thu, Jun 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Sisters Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy the focus of a quiet space with the benefit of others' company.
Family Story Time
Thu, Jun 04, 10:30am - 10:55am
La Pine Library
Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.
Stories & Strollers
Thu, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:05am
Drake Park
Meet friends, listen to stories, and walk in Drake Park. 0-18 months
Getting to Know Your iPhone Workshop
Thu, Jun 04, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Larkspur Community Center - Classroom 3
Learn the basics of your iPhone in this hands-on workshop.
Library Book Club
Thu, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Redmond Library - Meeting Room
Discuss The Elements of Marie Curie by Dava Sobel.
Notary Public in the Library
Thu, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Study 6 (3rd Floor)
Free, limited, drop-in notary services for the public.
Tardes en Familia En Español
Thu, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Redmond Library - Community 1
Arte, juegos, y botanas gratis para todas las edades.
Let's Get Sewcial! - MakerSpace
Thu, Jun 04, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Redmond Library - Community 2
Develop sewing skills and build creative community with Fashion Workshop.
Public Rock Choir with Sing Bend - Summer with the Library
Thu, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Community 3
Come Sing Your Face Off with Central Oregon's ONLY Public (ROCK) Choir!
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Fri, Jun 05, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Sisters Library - Study Room
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.
Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations
Fri, Jun 05, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Redmond Library - Study 4
Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.
Kids' Math Night with Mathnasium
Fri, Jun 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Youth Programing (2nd Floor)
Discover the magic of math with fun and games!
Summer With the Library Kickoff Event - Summer with the Library
Sat, Jun 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Alpenglow Park - 61049 SE 15th St, Bend, OR
Come celebrate the start of Summer with the Library 2026!
The Forge: Smithys Read - Write Here
Sat, Jun 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Community 1
Celebrate this year's graduating cohort.
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