Tuesday, October 20 updated list of resources and events
I appreciate everyone's patience; I was in serious need of a 24-hour social media break. Here's a new update for events as of October 20, including all Go Fund Me links which have all been verified through the Silver Rail PTO. I have highlighted any new or updated events and resources.
Community support: Tuesday, October 20
๐บSynergy Ceramics Studio: Studio open to all for free pottery and ceramics. A safe space for creation and connection. Tea will be served. Noon to 5 pm. ๐1900 Division St #108, Bendโ
๐ผ๏ธ Open Arts Center: Family gathering of free art stations, food, and a warm place to gather. Noon to 4 pm. Later, a grief open mic night for adults from 6 to 8 pm. ๐999 NE 2nd St, Bendโ
๐จ TEAL Tea & Art Lounge: Family and kids gathering with art and connection continues. Pan dulce has been provided courtesy of local bakery El Moy Panaderรญa. 9 am to 2 pm.๐1024 NW Bond St, Bendโ
๐ Americana Burger: Free meals for Bend La Pine school students at both locations (downtown and Podski) from 11 am to 2 pm. ๐1033 NW Bond St #100, Bendโ
๐ฅช Jacksons Corner: Free sack lunches for kids from 10 am to 2 pm. ๐845 NW Delaware Ave, Bendโ
๐ The Little Gym: Free community open gym for children. Families can bring littles on Tuesday from noon til 3 pm for a place to move, play, and connect. ๐61334 S Hwy 97 #190, Bendโ
๐ฝ๏ธ McMenamins Old St. Francis School Theatre: Free movies at the theatre all day. You can check their website for show times. ๐700 NW Bond St, Bendโ
๐งโโ๏ธ Lava City Cirque: Free open play. Space is limited, so please register using their online portal. ๐63075 Crusher Ave #105, Bendโ
๐ด J Bar J: Free space to play, gather, and eat. Arts and crafts, quiet spaces, and community connection will all be offered. A food truck will have free food from 4 to 6 pm. All events 2 to 7 pm. ๐62895 Hamby Rd, Bendโ
๐ฆ Bend Brewing Co.: Free movies and meals for kids. 11 am to 3 pm, the "big screen" will be playing kids' movies on the lawn. All children can enjoy a free meal. ๐1019 NW Brooks St, Bendโ
๐งโ๐งโ๐งโ๐ง Play Theory Cafรฉ: Pay-what-you-can admission during school closures. Kids can play in a safe space while adults gather in the cafรฉ. ๐2221 NE 3rd St Ste 200, Bendโ
๐ Bend Central Library: Gatherings continue with activities and support. 9 to 3 pm crafts and letters to Silver Rail families. 10 am to 1 pm face painting and balloons. 11 am guitar acoustics in the lobby. 2 pm accordion music on the patio. 4 pm Club de Lego en Espaรฑol. Drop-in support 10 am til 3 pm. ๐61956 SE Santorini St, Bendโ
๐ฒ Alpenglow Park: Pop-up nature and art activities from 10 am to 2 pm. ๐61049 SE 15th St, Bendโ
๐ฃ The Hook & Plow: Kids eat free at the Westside Yard restaurant from now until 10/31. ๐210 SW Century Dr Ste 150, Bendโ
๐ณ Luckey's Woodsman: Free meals for families, relatives, staff, anyone impacted by these tragic events. Sisters restaurant and Basecamp food cart. ๐404 SW Columbia St #110, Bendโ
๐ฎ El Taquero: If you know a Silver Rail Elementary family who could use a meal, reach out directly to El Taquero. They'll provide free meals for you to deliver. ๐1424 NE Cushing Dr, Bendโ
Childcare support: Tuesday, October 20
โฝ๏ธ Bend FC: FREE CHILDCARE 10/19 - 10/23 for Silver Rail Elementary and families of children in our community who are in need of support during unexpected closures and scheduled changes. 9 am til 2 pm at one of two sports complex locations. You can register online with Bend FC.
Dine & Donate Events
๐๏ธ Wednesday, October 21
โ๏ธ Watershed Coffee Roasters: The former Looney Bean location will donate 100% of its proceeds today to the Silver Rail PTO. The lawn is a great space to let kids play while parents gather. ๐961 NW Brooks St, Bendโ
๐ฅฉ Hawkeye & Huckleberry Lounge: 100% of proceeds will go directly to the victims and families of this tragedy. The Malarkey family and an anonymous community member will each match all dollars spent, tripling the donation.
๐ Silver Moon: 100% of every dollar spent at the pub will go to the families or the non-profit of their choosing. ๐24 NW Greenwood Ave, Bendโ
How you can help our community ๐ซถ๐ผ
โค๏ธโ๐ฉน Donate to the Megan Lambert Memorial Fund: Megan's family has chosen to create a fund that will impact the people and activities Megan cared about mostโchildren, mental health, local volleyball programs, and services for children with special needs throughout Oregon. Contribute to Megan's Fund.
โค๏ธโ๐ฉน Donate to the Summer family. Our community has learned of the first victim and family. A 5-year-old child, Rhoam, whose family needs our support more than ever. You can donate to the Summer family or contribute to their meal train.
โค๏ธโ๐ฉน Donate to the Graham family. Saylor Graham was critically injured during the event. As many of you know, she lives with disabilities and uses a wheelchair. She's currently recovering at OHSU, where her family will be by her side for the unforeseen future. You can donate to Saylor & familyโ
โค๏ธโ๐ฉน Donate to the Giamanco family. Kaylub Giamanco has been identified as the parent and Good Samaritan who witnessed the event and quickly intervened. He has a long road of emotional and psychological recovery ahead, along with his family. You can donate to the Kaylub & family.
โค๏ธโ๐ฉน Donate to Ms Becky's family. Becky Drury is the teacher who is recovering in the hospital. She was identified per her family's request at yesterdays Bend PD press conference. She has a long road to recovery ahead of her. You can donate to Ms Becky & family.
๐จ Help get art supplies and creative kits to the families of Silver Rail Elementary. Two Suns Art Studio + Makerspace is partnering with Whimsy With Purpose to provide children with a creative outlet to help them navigate this difficult experience. Donate towards an art kit.
๐ Send a letter to Saylor: A PO Box has been setup as a place to send letters of encouragement and support to sweet Saylor who has a long road to recovery ahead of her. Mail to: P.O. Box 82 Bend, OR 97709
๐ Send love to our Silver Rail Elementary students: You can help remind our students, teachers, and staff they they are loved and in our thoughts. We can show them that we are here to support. Send letters, drawings, and messages here: Silver Rail Elementary PTO 61141 S. Hwy 97 P.O. Box #433 Bend, OR, 97702
๐จ Cambria Hotel: If you have family in town or heading into town, they can stay at no cost at the new hotel on Columbia Street. Reach out directly to the front desk to arrange the stay.
๐ฆ Dino Art for Rhoam: Rhoam's parents would be grateful to receive any drawings, crafts, or artwork of sharks and dinosaursโRhoam's favorite animals. He loved animals with big teeth and 'misunderstood' animals. These will be used to celebrate his life during a private family ceremony. ๐ Mail to: Lillian & Kelik Summer; c/o Heather Arnett 320 SW Century Dr Ste #405 PO Box #217 Bend, Oregon, 97703
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