C.O Sportsmen’s Show among many event cancellations due to COVID-19 outbreak
We have a running list; please send entries to stories@ktvz.com
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Heeding Oregon Gov. Kate Brown's directive banning large public gatherings of more than 250 persons through April 8, the Central Oregon Sportsmen's Show decided to cancel its event that was set to begin Thursday, one of many organizations canceling or delaying planned events and making other changes to curb COVID-19's spread.
The Sportsmen's Show is considered a kick-off event for the upcoming spring season, where attendees can take advantage of discounted prices. Kelley Parsons, a sales manager at Blue Dog RV, said the event is a way for customers to be introduced to new items.
“The show is very important to us," Parsons said. "Like I said, it’s a kick-off to the season and gives everyone a chance to get out and see what’s going on.”
The Sportsmen's Show expected a $100,000 gate at the event on Friday. But, due to the event's cancellation, there's no money to be made for event organizers or vendors.
Vendors paid $800 for 10-by-10-foot both at the show. There's no word on whether vendors will be refunded for their both fees.
Kevin Miller with All Seasons RV and Marine said the cancellation may be a little overboard.
“I wish people would kind of calm down a little bit, use common sense and wash your hands and just enjoy life,” Miller said.
Blue Dog RV and All Seasons RV and Marine said they both plan to honor discounted show prices at their Bend location for the near future.
Here's the Sportsmen's Show statement in full (and a running list of other event postponements or cancellations - please send us notifications at stories@ktvz.com.):
"The Central Oregon Sportsmen’s Show has made the difficult decision to cancel the show based on the mandate just issued from Governor Kate Brown. It’s in the best interest of the community, our exhibitors and our staff. This decision is particularly difficult given our 10 months of preparation, high hopes to deliver our best show ever and the effort of our hundreds of exhibitors and local businesses whose business will be impacted by this decision. This situation has developed rapidly, we have been watching it closely to understand the risk to all-involved and ultimately that risk is too severe for us to open the show.
"This is the first time we’ve cancelled or closed a show in our 80 years of business. Recent events associated with the coronavirus have developed quickly, as everyone is working to grapple with the reality of this potentially fast-spreading virus and what steps to take based on the information and science available. In just the last 24 hours, we have gone from taking a number of actions to provide handwashing stations and safety information to ultimately closing the show. To say this situation has moved fast is an understatement.
"To be clear, O’Loughlin Trade Shows, and the Central Oregon Sportsmen’s Show, will always put the well-being and safety of our attendees, exhibitors and staff first."
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The 2nd Congressional Republican Candidate Forum scheduled for tonight at COCC in Bend has been canceled.
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| March 12th, 2020 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Governor Brown’s order cancels Coastal High Desert Stampede due to COVID-19 REDMOND, OREGON — In light of the onslaught of the most significant pandemic in recent memory, and Oregon State Governor Kate Brown’s order preventing gatherings larger than 250 people, we at the Coastal High Desert Stampede wish all of our sponsor/partners, volunteers, fans, athletes, and your families the best of health. Reluctantly, we must announce that the 2020 Coastal High Desert Stampede has been postponed indefinitely due to the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. Our mission as an organization is to partner with our Central Oregon community, bringing a top tier rodeo experience unlike any other in the Northwest to Central Oregon. We aim to bring the best athletes and livestock together each year in an ongoing annual tradition. Denis Fast, Chairman of the Board for the Coastal High Desert Stampede said, “we will respectfully comply with the Governor’s order and hope to see the measures succeed in mitigating the spread of the virus in our communities”. This is obviously a developing situation and we are actively working on our plans to cope with the cancellation. Ticket refunds will automatically be processed for those who purchased their rodeo tickets on our website but may take up to two weeks to process. If you bought a ticket in store, please return to the store where you purchased the ticket for a refund. Please take care of yourselves so we can see you again March 26 & 27, 2021! Check our website for updated information www.highdesertstampede.com |
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CORONAVIRUS STATEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE NONPROFIT TOWER THEATRE FOUNDATION:
Governor Kate Brown has issued an order banning gatherings of 250 or more people in Oregon until April 9, 2020.
The nonprofit Tower Theatre Foundation which owns and operates the stage in downtown Bend will be following this order. The wellbeing of our patrons, artists, and staff is of utmost importance to us.
We are currently working with all event presenters to determine if their event will be cancelled or rescheduled. Your patience with us is greatly appreciated, as this process will take some time. Ticket purchasers will be contacted directly via email regarding the status of each performance as details are confirmed. Please contact our Box Office to update your contact information if needed. The most up-to-date status for each event will be available on our website.
We hope you’ll recognize the profound impact this event ban will have on the livelihoods of the performers, staff, and operations, and we ask for your patience as we navigate this evolving situation together.
Currently, all events scheduled for April 9 and beyond will continue as planned. Visit www.towertheatre.org for the most up-to-date information.
Tower Theatre Box Office Hours: Tuesday-Friday 9am-5pm 541-317-0700 or info@towertheatre.org
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The Oregon Council of Fly Fishers international announced it will be cancelling its event, the NW Fly Tyer & Fly Fishing Expo.
In an e-mail, Sherry Steele, the president of the Oregon Council of Fly Fishers International wrote, "Protection of the 500 volunteers that put on the expo every year for 31 years and the 2500 people a day that come to our expo every year was more important. Our financial hit will be considerable but we will continue our great education and conservation work along with our grant programs. This event being our only fund raiser will step up to the challenge. Plans for our next Expo March 12th & 13th 2021 are already under way."
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The St. Patricks Day Dash has been cancelled.
LayItOutEvents announced the cancellation in a press release.
"The 9th annual St. Patrick’s Day Dash, presented by the Mt. Bachelor Rotary Club, has been canceled as a cautionary action due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Rotary International takes the threat from all viruses seriously and has been committed to the eradication of the Polio virus around the world. We want to thank all the volunteers, sponsors, and security for their dedication to this local tradition."
The Bend marathon and half marathon that is scheduled on April 19th, 11 days after the ban is lifted is planning to still host the event.
The announcement was made in an e-mail sent out to registered runners .
"The team here at the Bend Marathon wants you to know that hosting a safe event is our first priority. At this time we do not plan on cancelling the event, however, the situation is changing daily and even hourly and ultimately we will not have the final say. We are monitoring the health department's recommendations regarding gatherings and events and will take their advice as we get closer to the event date."
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Eagle Watch event canceled for 2020
The 25th annual Eagle Watch, an event celebrating Central Oregon’s raptor population, has been canceled to help slow the spread of COVID-19 in Oregon. The event was originally scheduled for March 28 at Round Butte Overlook Park, near Culver.
The decision to cancel the event was based on Gov. Brown’s recent announcement regarding large public gatherings and social distancing.
Todd Honeywell, park manager at The Cove Palisades State Park, says the cancellation decision was difficult but necessary, given event logistics.
“Eagle Watch typically draws a large number of people, and they often share optics like binoculars and telescopes for viewing the raptors,” said Honeywell. “Visitor health and safety is our first priority, so we decided cancelling the event was best for protecting our visitors and slowing the spread of COVID-19.”
Eagle Watch has been held annually in the area since 1995, and is jointly sponsored by Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, Portland General Electric, Crooked River Grassland and Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs.
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Sunriver Nature Center and Observatory:
Being Proactive Regarding COVID-19
at Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory
and Second Tern Thrift Store
Like many other organizations, we are following developments of the COVID-19 in our communities. Our highest priority is the safety of our visitors, customers, volunteers, staff and animals. Maintaining a clean environment is paramount to our operations. We are taking several steps in response to the threat of the COVID-19:
- In accordance with Bend-La Pine School district policies, field trips are suspended for a minimum of 30 days.
- We are increasing the frequency of cleaning at the Nature Center, Observatory and Second Tern. Special consideration will be given to ensure the safety of our animal ambassadors, in regard to the virus, as well as using safe and effective cleaning methods.
- Our hands-on exhibits will be modified or temporarily removed to avoid potential transmission.
- Programs and classes will be limited to smaller groups to accommodate social distancing.
- Because we cannot guarantee social distancing, Star Dome planetarium shows will be suspended.
- We are cleaning our spaces before and after programs and activities as well as before/after/during business hours at the Tern.
- Hand sanitizer is located throughout SNCO’s campus and Second Tern Thrift Store for our customers, staff and volunteers.
- Donations of goods will not be accepted at Second Tern due to our inability to effectively clean donations we will suspend acceptance donations of second tern until further notice.
- We are committed to staff and volunteer awareness and training throughout SNCO and are communicating regularly on best practices for hand washing, cleanliness and sanitation.
- We encourage everyone to use hand sanitizer upon entering and exiting SNCO or Second Tern Thrift Store. Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth. Stay home if you are not feeling well.
We are closely following the Centers for Disease Control's (CDC) guidelines, guidance from state of Oregon authorities, and other relevant public agencies guidelines, and recommendations on the steps we can take to help prevent the spread of the virus. We kindly ask you to self-assess the risk large gatherings may pose to yourself and others.
We are open for our regular business hours. For up to date information, visit us at: snco.org/status.
Thank you for helping us maintain a clean and safe environment.
Whether it’s with us or on your own adventure, we encourage you to explore nature, seek the stars!
Abby Rowland
Executive Director
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Information from the Humane Society of Central Oregon:
With the news about coronavirus (COVID-19) changing rapidly, you may be wondering about the effect on animals and operations at the Humane Society of Central Oregon.
HSCO will remain open as we have animals still in need of homes. While our shelter operations are normal, we are increasing efforts to prevent the spread of any illness — asking staff and volunteers to stay home when they are ill, reducing the number of large groups visiting the shelter, and cleaning and sanitizing surfaces regularly. We will continue to follow Deschutes County Health Services and the Oregon Health Authority’s recommendations relating to keeping the public safe and healthy.
The human-animal bond is strong. Remember to make sure pets are wearing proper identification, identifying a friend or family member who can help in case you get sick, and having extra food and supplies, including medications, on hand. These preparations can also be helpful if there is a need to stay in your home for an extended period of time.
There have also been questions about whether pets can get sick from COVID-19 or if they can make us sick. According to the Centers for Disease Control and the World Health Organization, there is no evidence that companion animals such as cats and dogs have been infected or could spread the virus that causes COVID-19. So cuddle up and take solace with your four-legged friends.
We are monitoring the situation closely and following the advice from public health officials. When you seek information about the virus, look to credible sources like Deschutes County Health Services and the Oregon Health Authority. I assure you the officials at both of those organizations are committed to keeping the public safe, healthy and informed.
And for those of you on social media, please resist the urge to speculate, share rumors or post misinformation. All of it makes it harder for the credible sources to cut through the clutter.
The health and well-being of the animals in our care, our volunteers and staff and the communities we serve is always our top priority.
We have an amazing community and will get through this with common sense and patience.
Yours in Service,
Sabrina Slusser, Executive Director
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News release from The Giving Plate in Bend:
The Giving Plate would like to update our community on our plans going forward in the midst of the current situation our community and country finds itself in regard to the coronavirus. Due to Governor Brown’s recent mandate on gatherings over 250, we have decided to postpone our first, large fundraising event, Red Carpet Gala, that was to be held this Saturday, March 14th at Seventh Mountain Resort.
This event was intended to celebrate our ten-year anniversary of feeding our community. We still plan to have the event, and that new date will be released in the coming weeks. We want to thank the vendors who were committed to help us with the event for working with us to reschedule. Thank you to Seventh Mountain Resort, Bowtie Catering, High Street Band & Precious Byrd, and Dashoots Photobooth. This was a sold-out event, and we appreciate the grace and understanding from our event attendees as we made the tough decision to reschedule.
As of today, The Giving Plate plans to remain open to continue to help the neediest individuals in our community. Many of our volunteers are retired and over 60 years old, so understandably, we have had many of our regular volunteers suspend their volunteering until further notice. This leaves us shorthanded. In order for us to keep up with the need of food relief, which we anticipate will increase if schools have to close, we will need help from our community. We are looking for volunteers who can help, especially during our Thursday and Friday shifts (10-1 & 1-4). We also welcome donations to help keep up with the demand for food relief that we are experiencing.
For precautionary and “distancing” measures, starting Friday, March 13th, we will ask guests to sign-in and then wait in their cars or outside for their food boxes to be made. We will also accept phone “orders” for food boxes during this time, and we will call when the box is completed and ready for pickup. We will still provide food through our Kid’s Korner program, but we will be handing out pre-made bags of food to cut down on how many children are coming through our small children’s food pantry. In the last two months, we have been averaging over 900 children visiting Kid’s Korner each month, which is a 24% increase over our 2019 average. There is a growing need for food relief, especially among children. We will remain committed to our mission of “feeding the hungry today with compassion and hospitality”, and hope to have the necessary support and resources to be able to stay open and serve the neediest in our community through this difficult time.
To learn more about The Giving Plate go to: www.thegivingplate.org or call 541-797-6883 during our open hours to schedule your food box pickup.
Ranae Staley
Executive Director of The Giving Plate
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Bend-Redmond Habitat Cancelling Groundbreaking Event at 10-Townhome Site in Redmond
Bend, OR-In light of recent news and precautionary measures with COVID-19, the Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity will cancel its groundbreaking ceremony for the ten-townhome site, Quince Townhomes in Redmond. The event was to be held Thursday, March 19 at 1 p.m.
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Following Governor Kate Brown's mandate on large gatherings, the Central Oregon Golf Show will be canceled
For safety and health of our guests, the 2020 Sunriver Golf Central Oregon Golf Show scheduled for Saturday at The Riverhouse on the Deschutes will be canceled in response to Governor Kate Brown's mandate on large gatherings during the spread of COVID-19 in the state of Oregon.
We'd like to give a big thank you to Sunriver Golf and all of our sponsors for backing us this year, all of the great vendors who signed up to provide activities and programs, and to everyone who planned on attending.
Those who purchased a ticket will receive a full refund. We are sorry for the inconvenience and hope to see you next year.
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From High Desert Friends of NRA:
Due to the announcement this morning from the Governor's office, we are forced to postpone our High Desert Friends of NRA Banquet, scheduled for next weekend, March 21st.
We are very excited to announce that we have already locked up a new date with the Riverhouse for May 16th. We are confident that those 8 weeks will allow for a more normalized environment concerning the virus and that we will be able to once again offer you the most exciting banquet in Central Oregon!
We are hoping that all of you can attend May 16th, but understand that schedules and circumstances may keep you from that date. If you have a conflict with that date, please contact us and we will make arrangements concerning your tickets.
The FNRA Committee will use the next 8 weeks to make the event even better!
Thanks for understanding and we look forward to seeing all of you in May!
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From Bend Chapter of the Oregon Hunters Association
Notice: In accordance with the Governor’s recent orders to cancel all gathering for 30 days in an attempt to minimize the spread of the Coronavirus, the Bend Chapter of Oregon Hunters Association is forced to reschedule its Mule Deer Classic fund raising banquet originally planned
for this Saturday March 14 at the Bend Riverhouse Convention Center.
The banquet has been rescheduled to August 15, 2020 at the same location and time. We encourage all registered guests to attend the banquet in August. Our banquet team is already contacting all registered guest and donors to share more details and we encourage you to check for updates on our Chapter Website https://oregonhunters.org/bend-chapter/ and
Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/OHABend/ .
Out of an abundance of caution, the Board has also canceled the chapter’s monthly membership meeting scheduled for April 8. The May meeting is expected to be held as scheduled at the Bend Golf and Country Club.
Feel free to contact any chapter board member if you have questions and as always, thank you for your support and understanding.
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Hoodoo Ski Area:
Preview the New canceled this Saturday, March 14
As a cautionary measure, the Preview The New demo day vendors have canceled their participation this Saturday, March 14, at Hoodoo Ski Area. As such, the event is effectively canceled this Saturday. All of us at Hoodoo had planned for it to still happen, but we have to respect the decisions of our partner vendors.
Hoodoo remains open for its regular hours.
Thursday-Saturday: 9 am - 9 pm
Sunday-Monday: 9 am - 4 pm
Tuesday - Wednesday: Closed
Be safe, wash your hands and use common sense. We hope to see you on the slopes!
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Deschutes Public Library Limits Programs, Increases Digital Collection Amid Coronavirus Concerns
March 12, 2020 (Bend, Oregon) — Deschutes Public Library takes the health and safety of our staff and community seriously. The library continues to monitor recent cases of COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) in Oregon and the Pacific Northwest and has established public health and safety best practices to minimize the spread of communicable disease. The library is committed to doing all it can to protect its customers and staff. In light of recent developments, and the governor’s call to limit public gatherings, Deschutes Public Library will suspend all programming and outreach activities, and cancel public meeting room reservations, beginning Friday, March 13.
The library plans to resume programming and outreach on April 13, but will reassess the status of public health and safety at that time. Programming includes all classes, lectures, story times, and workshops. Library outreach to schools, day care centers and senior living communities is suspended until Monday, April 13.
While public programming is cancelled, many of the library’s programs will be made available via Facebook livestream, and story times will be available on the library’s website. Please refer to the library’s website and Facebook page for a list of livestream and video programs. One-on-one programs, such as Thrive Central Oregon and Lawyer in the Library, will continue.
While all libraries remain open with regular hours (www.deschuteslibrary.org/about/libraries/), Deschutes Public Library also offers a wealth of free online resources that the public can access from home or anywhere they happen to be with an internet connection. This includes eBooks and audio books, streaming movies and television shows, digital magazines and music, information databases, and more. The library is increasing its collection of digital materials, such as eBooks and digital audiobooks, during this time. Visit www.deschuteslibrary.org/books/downloads for more information.
The information below is intended to provide additional guidance and information to staff and community in light of heightened COVID-19 concerns. The library maintains the following general precautions:
- The library’s cleaning staff will take extra care to disinfect all surfaces regularly; janitorial hours have been extended at all library locations until further notice
· Disinfectant wipes and hand sanitizer are available for customers, staff and volunteers to use in the library; staff will notify janitorial services if soap or sanitizer dispensers need to be refilled
· Staff will wash their hands with warm soap and water (for 20 seconds) and use hand sanitizer regularly throughout the day, and will avoid touching their faces
· Staff will be proactive in wiping down their work area, including computer accessories, throughout the day; for those sharing work spaces, staff will wipe down equipment between shifts
· Staff will wear disposable gloves in areas such as materials processing
During this time, the library asks that if staff or volunteers, or someone in their household, experiences symptoms of the coronavirus—such as fever, cough or shortness of breath—that they do not come to work and that they contact their health care provider for information on next steps. Likewise, the library asks the community to follow the same precautions. For those without a primary care physician, information on free or income-based health services can be found at www.freeclinics.com/cit/or-bend.
The library is currently operating at Level 2 of its public health management plan, which includes the following protocols:
· All library programs, outreach events and meeting room reservations will be cancelled or rescheduled
· Cleaning protocols will be reviewed and certain heavy use areas targeted for additional deep cleaning
· Early learning spaces will be closed to the public
· Open hours may be reduced, but all employees will be required to report to work when assigned
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) states that COVID-19 does not survive well on surfaces, but is spread most often by small droplets of mucus from the nose and throat. The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus, which is why diligent hand washing and sanitizing are so important. However, in addition to fastidious hand washing, the CDC also recommends the following to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, including:
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth
- Stay home when you are sick
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe
The CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask, as the supply of facemasks is crucial for health workers and people who are taking care of someone in close settings. The agency recommends facemasks be worn by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent its spread.
For additional health and safety information, visit:
· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html
· Oregon Health Authority: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pages/index.aspx
· Deschutes County Health Department: https://www.deschutes.org/health/page/covid-19-novel-coronavirus
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Jefferson County Library Director James Ellen Innes writes, "We are temporarily cancelling most events, and all departmental events through March 27 and re-evaluating at that time. "
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Note from Marvin Thomas of the Notables Swing Band:
Hello all you dancers and corned beef and cabbage lovers out there.
The Bend Parks and Rec has decided that in the interest of the health and safety of all persons it is best if they cancel tomorrow's (Friday's) St. Patrick's Day Dinner/Dance.
I agree with them completely. But, I did tell them we will be ready for a make-up dinner dance in the future as soon as it makes sense.
The band is disappointed, because we were ready with our green ties and had worked up playing When Irish Eyes Are Smiling.
We will let you all know when our next dance will be.
Thank you for being such faithful fans.
Marvin
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The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office has canceled our Public Shredding Event scheduled for this upcoming Saturday at the sheriff's office in Bend. This event will be rescheduled later this summer.
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City Club of Central Oregon:
| HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN FOR THE DESCHUTES |
| Our top priority is the health and safety of our community. The governor has issued a ban on all large gatherings of over 250 people will go for four weeks, until April 8. For that reason, we are canceling Tuesday's forum because of the recent updates and local uncertainties about the COVID-19 virus. We always pull together in Central Oregon. We will get through these uncertain times and we look forward to seeing you at an upcoming forum. Refunds will be processed as quickly as we can. If you would like to convert the registration fee into a donation, please contact joey@cityclubco.org. |
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Sisters Folk Festival issues updates on upcoming programming in response to COVID-19
The staff and board of directors at Sisters Folk Festival has been closely monitoring information and advice coming from state and federal health officials, and we are committed to doing our part to help slow the spread of COVID-19.
We care deeply about the health and well being of our patrons, staff, volunteers, production crews and the musicians we work with. To that end, we will be taking the following measures:
• Kacy & Clayton Concert/Poster Unveiling on March 18 – postponed/cancelled
• Sierra Hull Concert on 4/9 – postponed; new date will be announced ASAP
• SFF offices will be closed to the public from 3/16-3/27. Staff will work remotely and can be reached by phone or email during this time.
• Sisters Songworks Songwriting Retreat 4/17-4/19 – No changes at this time
• Songworks in the Round concert 4/18 – No changes at this time
• My Own Two Hands Community Art Celebration and Auction 5/8 and 5/9 – No changes at this time
• Sisters Folk Festival 9/11-9/13 - We anticipate that the 2020 Sisters Folk Festival will not be impacted by COVID-19 and plans are continuing as normal to bring another stellar event to the Sisters community
Sisters Folk Festival encourages everyone to take a prudent and responsible course of action and heed the advice being issued by their local health authorities to protect themselves and their communities from the spread of COVID-19. We believe that if everyone does their part during this trying time, our communities will be better equipped to help those who are at high risk.
We look forward to bringing folks together in celebration of music and the arts when this crisis has passed. For now our focus is on the health and safety of the Sisters Folk Festival community.
SFF will continue to provide updates periodically as we know more about any impact to our events and activities.
