Hi there,

We have a packed edition with BPRD spring registration info, a new Saturday childcare option, lots of activities & events this week, and a preview of Kids Night Out options so you can plan ahead for Valentine’s Day.

Let’s jump right in!

–Megan

Here are some upcoming dates to stick onto your calendar!

Summer camp registration opens this week for the following camps:

⛺️ Plan ahead for summer! I compiled all the summer day camp info I could find into this 2026 Summer Camps Guide! It’s an easy reference for what’s available for different age groups and interests, along with registration opening dates and link.

💝 Love is in the air at Play Society! Get creative at a Valentine's Day crafting station Wednesday through Friday, included in regular admission. Little ones can make sweet cards and keepsakes to share with their favorite people. (Weds-Fri., 8am-2pm. Pre-book your session here.)

🏫 Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend is expanding to include Saturday programming. Recognizing gap in childcare for families in Bend, CEO Michael Baker states, "For many of our families, Saturday is just another day when they have to work in order to make ends meet. Opening on Saturdays falls in line with our goal to serve more members, more often with deeper impact." The program is open to kids ages 5-18 and Saturday-only registration is available. Learn more here.

Here’s what’s happening this week!

🫟 Toddler Time: Messy Monday!
9am–12pm • Ages 0-5 • More info
📍Mountain Air (20495 Murray Rd. #150)

Get some big energy out in the trampoline park, then head to the activity room for some fun (and messy!) sensory play.

📚 Preschool Storytime
10:30am • Ages 3-5 • Free
📍Deschutes Historical Museum (129 NW Idaho Ave.)

Storytime for ages 3–5 with stories, songs, and rhymes that build early literacy and social skills.

🧘 Kid’s Yoga
4pm • Ages 3+ • More info
📍Namaspa Yoga (1135 NW Galveston Ave.)

This interactive kids yoga class helps kids connect to their body and mind, and runs at the same time as the adult’s Vin/Yin class, so you can get some time on the mat, too.

🧠 Parenting Discussion Group
5:30-7pm • Parent event • Free • More info
📍 Paulina Springs Books (252 W Hood Ave, Sisters)

Curious about “The Whole Brained Child” but haven’t had time to really dive into it? This “book club” is for you! You don’t need to have read the book to participate–the first 15 minutes will review key concepts, followed by a discussion lead by Dr. Kelly Davis Martin.

🧠 The Disengaged Teen
6-7:30pm • Parent event • Free • RSVP required
📍Cascades Academy (19860 Tumalo Reservoir Rd, Tumalo)

Hear from “The Disengaged Teen” author Jenny Anderson. Explore research-backed reasons behind teen disengagement and learn practical strategies and tools to help them re-engage and develop motivation.

🎨 Sensory Art Play
9:15am • Ages 9 months–2 years • Register
📍Two Suns Art Studio (70 SW Century Dr.)

Get creative with your little one in this messy, hands-on, sensory-rich art class using taste-safe, non-toxic materials.

⛸️ Parent-Tot Open Skate
10am • Ages 5 & under
📍The Pavilion (1001 SW Bradbury Way)

Instructors are on hand to support new skaters and their parents during this session of family skate. Admission is $8 per person (kids under 3 are free!) and includes rentals.

📚 Baby Storytime
10:30am • Ages 0-18 months • Free
📍Deschutes Children's Foundation (2125 NE Daggett Ln.)

Snuggle in for storytime with simple stories, songs, and rhymes for babies 0–18 months. Just fifteen minutes (perfect for short attention spans).

📚 Bilingual Stories & Songs
11:30am • Ages 0-5 • Free
📍Deschutes Children's Foundation (2125 NE Daggett Ln.)

A family-friendly storytime with stories, rhymes, and songs in both Spanish and English!

🌊 Ocean Printmaking
3-4:30pm • K-5 • Free • RSVP required
📍Sunriver Library (56855 Venture Ln, Sunriver)

Join Two Suns Art Studio to learn the basics of printmaking! Using recycled materials, kids will create finished ocean-inspired art prints to take home.

🧑‍🍳 Mardi Gras King Cake Cooking Class
5-7pm • Ages 7-12 • Register
📍Larkspur CC (1600 SE Reed Market)

Celebrate Mardi Gras by baking a festive king cake from scratch! This hands-on parent-child baking class covers buttery brioche dough, cream cheese filling, glaze, and decorating with traditional purple, green, and gold colors.

🎶 Music & Making!
9am–12pm • Ages 0-5 • More info
📍Mountain Air (20495 Murray Rd. #150)

This movement & music focused class lead by Ms. Melinda of OTB Arts will be happening during toddler jump (9am-12pm) and is free to join with regular entry. An hour of songs, creative movement, and music! 

📚 Toddler Storytime
10:30am • Ages 18-36 months • Free
📍Deschutes Children's Foundation (2125 NE Daggett Ln.)

This active storytime is full of rhymes, songs, and movement (and of course, reading!) designed just for toddlers

📚 Hello! Storytime
10:30am • Ages 0-5 • Free
📍Roundabout Books (900 NW Mount Washington Dr.)

Join Ms. Kathy for a half hour of storytime and songs. This week’s theme is cozy, so be ready to get comfy and snuggle in!

🧘🏼‍♀️ Mom & Baby Yoga
10:45am • Age 0-up to crawling • Register
📍Tula Movement Arts (2797 NW Clearwater Dr.)

Meet other new moms, bond with your babe, and bring some gentle movement back to your body.

📚 Family Storytime
11:30am • Ages 0-5 • Free
📍Deschutes Children's Foundation (2125 NE Daggett Ln.)

Bring the whole crew to family storytime with books, songs, and rhymes for ages 0–5. Practice listening, moving, and early literacy skills together while you sing and play along.

🎨 Art with a Splash of Science
1-4pm • Grades K-5 • Register
📍Tower Theater (835 NW Wall St.)

It’s no surprise that this week’s theme is hearts! Learn about the human heart and it’s four chambers while making (sweet!) heart-themed art with Sarah of Let’s Paint.

🎨 Family Art Play
4pm • Ages 6 & under • Register
📍Two Suns Art Studio (70 SW Century Dr.)

This special family edition of Art Play features open ended paint and sensory stations for ages 9 months to 6 years, with plenty of time to explore and create side by side.

✨ Little Beats & Bowls
4pm • Ages 3-5 • Register
📍Discovery West (1123 NW Ochoa Dr #100)

A fun parent-child movement, music, and sound class at the Trebled Souls wellness popup.

🐷 Peppa Pig: My First Concert
6:30pm • Ages 18mo & up • Tickets
📍Tower Theater (835 NW Wall St.)

This concert is the perfect introduction to a live orchestra! Peppa Pig & crew explore different instruments & sounds in this interactive concert experience featuring favorite music from the show.

‼️ Libraries will only be open from 1-6pm today

🤸 Toddlers & Tots Play 
9-11am • Ages 1-5 • More info
📍Cascade Indoor Sports (20775 High Desert Ln.)

Enjoy climbing and sliding in the Bigger Play Thing without the “big kid” energy during this toddler-friendly open play time. There will also be Strider bikes, balloons, soccer balls, and more available for play.

💐 Flower Bouquet Making
10am • All ages • More info
📍Play Theory Cafe (2221 NE 3rd St.)

Create a beautiful bouquet with real flowers to take home. This parent-child activity is designed for all ages and skills, with step by step guidance.

🎒Backpack Explorers: Pattern Pros
10am • Ages 3-5 • More info
📍High Desert Museum (59800 S Hwy 97)

Learn all about patterns in nature! Explore patterns throughout the museum followed by creating pattern art pieces.

🤸 Toddler Time Storytime & Crafts
11am–12pm • Ages 0-5 • More info
📍Mountain Air (20495 Murray Rd. #150)

An hour long storytime and craft during toddler jump time. Get some big energy out starting at 9am, then put on those listening ears for interactive stories and creativity.

✨ Member Appreciation Event
5-7pm • Family Friendly • Free for members • RSVP
📍High Desert Museum (59800 S Hwy 97)

Enjoy the museum after hours with music, food, and interactive activities inspired by the Soil Alive! exhibit. Food & drinks included.

💍 Jewelry Making
6-7:30pm • Ages 6-15 • Register
📍Samara Learning Center (230 NE 9th St.)

Explore jewelry-making together in this hands-on parent-child class. Craft unique pieces to wear while learning about techniques and materials.

We know these will start to sell out, so here is the info early!

🫟 Two Suns Art Studio
5-7:30pm • Ages 5-12 • 🍕 Pizza included • Register

🚀 Friday Night Out: STEM & Space Exploration With Rocket Minds
5-8pm • Ages 5-12 • Register

🤸 Cascade Indoor Sports
4-7pm • Ages 3-7 • 🍕 Pizza included • Register

🛝 Play Theory
5-9pm • Ages 3-10 • 🍽️ Dinner included • More info

🤸 The Little Gym
5:30-8:30pm • Ages 3-12 • Register

🤸 Mountain Air
6-9pm • Ages 4-12 • 🍕 Pizza included • More info

💦 Seahorse Academy
5-9pm (extended care until 11pm) • Ages 3-10 • 🍕 Pizza included • Register

🎨 Beat of My Art
4-7pm • Ages 4-8 • More info

🤸 Cascade Indoor Sports
4-7pm • Ages 3-7 • 🍕 Pizza included • Register

🍿 Athletic Club of Bend
4:30-7pm • Ages 5-11 • More info

🤸 Free Spirit
5:30-8:30pm • Ages 6-13 • Register

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