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Follow-Up Q & A - Community Conversation about Emergency Preparedness
May
12
9:30 AM09:30
Learning & Skill Building, Community Builders

Follow-Up Q & A - Community Conversation about Emergency Preparedness

Sisters Country, are you "Prepared and Ready”?

Follow-up conversation to our Emergency preparedness event with a Q & A session and conversation.


Join us for an in-person community follow-up conversation from our Emergency Preparedness event. This follow-up will be hosted upstairs at Fika Coffee at 9:30 am on May 12th.

Session led by Executive Director Devin Thompson, McKenzie Valley Long-Term Recovery Group.

Citizens4Community (C4C) wants you to prepare for disasters and emergencies in Sisters Country... wildfires, earthquakes, snow and storm events. Get valuable information on how to prepare your family and property, get emergency alerts, follow evacuation routes, and utilize local, state and federal response and recovery services.

Citizens4Community is a nonpartisan and nonpolitical organization. We are dedicated to furthering civility, collaboration and civic engagement in Sisters Country. We offer tools and opportunities—like our monthly Let’s Talk series—to encourage respectful local discussions and to build trust and better understanding around local topics of interest.

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Community Conversation about Emergency Preparedness
May
11
6:00 PM18:00
Learning & Skill Building, Community Builders

Community Conversation about Emergency Preparedness

  • Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire Station (community room) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Sisters Country, are you "Prepared and Ready”?

Please save the date for our next Community Conversation. The topic of this community forum will be Emergency Preparedness.

Join us for an in-person community conversation hosted at the Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire Hall with speakers addressing “how to prepare for disasters and emergencies in Sisters Country.”

Doors Open at 5:30 p.m., Program 6-7:30 p.m.

Citizens4Community (C4C) wants you to prepare for disasters and emergencies in Sisters Country... wildfires, earthquakes, snow and storm events. Get valuable information on how to prepare your family and property, get emergency alerts, follow evacuation routes, and utilize local, state and federal response and recovery services.

Moderator:

C4C Forum Co-Chair Jim Barnett

Speakers:

Chief Roger Johnson, Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District

Sgt. Nathan Garibay, Deschutes County Emergency Services Manager

District Ranger Ian Reid, USFS Sisters

Carrie Sammons , Central & Eastern Oregon Chapter, American Red Cross

Executive Director Devin Thompson, McKenzie Valley Long-Term Recovery Group

Insurance Agent Tammy Taylor, Bisnett Insurance

Director Jack McGowan, Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District

  • Mission: to inform community of all possible disaster emergencies possible in Sisters Country. How to prepare and recover from each one.

  • “Take home “ value… for everyone to be aware of what could happen to THEM personally and how to prepare ( i.e. emergency food and water supply, etc.) for it as much as possible.

Citizens4Community is a nonpartisan and nonpolitical organization. We are dedicated to furthering civility, collaboration and civic engagement in Sisters Country. We offer tools and opportunities—like our monthly Let’s Talk series—to encourage respectful local discussions and to build trust and better understanding around local topics of interest.

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Oct
20
5:30 PM17:30
Learning & Skill Building, Community Builders

Community Conversation about Houselessness in Sisters

Houseless in Sisters: Exploring the Factors that Contribute to Houselessness in Sisters

Join us for an in-person community conversation hosted at the Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire Hall with panelists representing the Houseless Community, City of Sisters, Faith-Based Advocates, Deschutes Country, Sisters, Ranger District, and the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office.

Doors open at 5:30 pm for refreshments. The forum will start at 6:00 pm and conclude at 7:30 pm.

Mission of evening:

To educate residents on factors that lead to houselessness with an emphasis on elements that are specific to Sisters County; encourage civility and effective dialog about the topic.

Take Home Message:  

A better understanding of the complex and varied factors that contribute to houselessness both regionally and locally. What work is already being done to address this issue? What other work needs to happen? What can the community do to influence this work?

Citizens4Community is a non-partisan and non-political organization. We are dedicated to furthering civility, collaboration and civic engagement in Sisters Country. We offer tools and opportunities—like our monthly Let’s Talk series—to encourage respectful local discussions and to build trust and better understanding around local topics of interest.


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May
12
5:30 PM17:30
Learning & Skill Building, Community Builders

Community Conversation about Our Growing Community


Keeping Sisters “Sisters”: Navigating Change in a Growing Community

Join us for an in-person community conversation hosted at the Sisters-Camp Sherman Firehouse with panelists representing the City of Sisters, Deschutes Country, healthcare, housing, transportation, and a long-term perspective of living in Sisters, a changing community. 

Mission of evening:

To educate residents on factors that shape community growth; encourage civility and effective dialog about the topic.

Take Home Message:  

A better understanding of laws and rules that apply in Oregon and Sisters.  What is your responsibility in influencing community growth and change? Are your expectations realistic? What is the “secret sauce” to keeping Sisters “Sisters”?

Citizens4Community is a non-partisan and non-political organization. We are dedicated to furthering civility, collaboration and civic engagement in Sisters Country. We offer tools and opportunities—like our monthly Let’s Talk series—to encourage respectful local discussions and to build trust and better understanding around local topics of interest.


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Feb
21
6:00 PM18:00
Learning & Skill Building

Let’s Talk! Food Security and FEAST

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Let’s Talk!

Citizens4Community invites the community for a Let’s Talk! panel discussion 6-7:30 p.m. Monday, February 21st.

C4C IS DEDICATED TO FURTHERING CIVILITY, COLLABORATION AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT IN SISTERS COUNTRY. We offer tools and opportunities to encourage respectful communication and to build trust.

We hope to see you at this informative and engaging Zoom (online) discussion. To receive an invitation with a Zoom link, simply RSVP to director@citizens4community.com.

To join us for this approximately 90-minute discussion, simply click on the RSVP below.

You will receive the Zoom link the day of the event.

* RSVP-SAVE ME A SEAT *

(Let’s Talk! is Free, but we ask that you RSVP by clicking on one of the RSVP links above, so we can send you the Zoom link.)

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Citizens4Community is a non-partisan and non-political organization. We are dedicated to furthering civility, collaboration and civic engagement in Sisters Country. We offer tools and opportunities—like our monthly Let’s Talk series—to encourage respectful local discussions and to build trust and better understanding around local topics of interest.

• You can read about how Let’s Talk began HERE>>

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Feb
16
10:00 AM10:00
Learning & Skill Building, Community Builders

Community Builder Coalition Meeting

* Add me to the Community Builders Coalition invitation list *

What is a Community Builder?

Are you looking for a way to be more engaged in Sisters Country? Do you have time, energy and/or expertise to help address emerging issues in your community? If so, then Community Builders could be the perfect group for you!

We're looking for people who want to join this active and dynamic group of individuals and organizations addressing key issues and urgent needs in Sisters Country. Meetings are currently held via Zoom on the third Wednesday of each month and are facilitated by C4C.

THERE IS NO ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENT FOR THIS GROUP. JOIN US WHEN YOU CAN AND DON’T STRESS IT WHEN YOU CAN’T JOIN US.

C4C IS DEDICATED TO FURTHERING CIVILITY, COLLABORATION AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT IN SISTERS COUNTRY. We offer tools and opportunities to encourage respectful communication and to build trust.

To join us for this approximately 60-minute discussion, simply click on link and give us your contact information. We’ll send you a link each month.

* Add me to the Community Builders Coalition email list *

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Citizens4Community is a non-partisan and non-political organization. We are dedicated to furthering civility, collaboration and civic engagement in Sisters Country. We offer tools and opportunities—like our monthly Let’s Talk series—to encourage respectful local discussions and to build trust and better understanding around local topics of interest.

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Feb
5
11:00 AM11:00
Learning & Skill Building, Community Builders

Take a Tour! Take the Survey!

  • 611 East Cascade Avenue Sisters, OR, 97759 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The Sisters School District has asked Citizens4Community (C4C) to help identify the best future use of the current elementary school. C4C has created a public survey that will generate ideas and help indicate the viability of these and previously submitted ideas. Later in the spring, the community will be asked to assist with further prioritization. The survey link, map, floorplan and more can be found at https://www.citizens4community.com/elementary-school-outreach. You can become more familiar with the site by taking a building tour Feb. 1st, 5:00 – 6:30pm, and Feb. 5th, 11am – 12:30pm at 611 E Cascade Ave.

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Feb
1
5:00 PM17:00
Learning & Skill Building, Community Builders

Take a Tour! Take the Survey!

  • 611 East Cascade Avenue Sisters, OR, 97759 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The Sisters School District has asked Citizens4Community (C4C) to help identify the best future use of the current elementary school. C4C has created a public survey that will generate ideas and help indicate the viability of these and previously submitted ideas. Later in the spring, the community will be asked to assist with further prioritization. The survey link, map, floorplan and more can be found at https://www.citizens4community.com/elementary-school-outreach. You can become more familiar with the site by taking a building tour Feb. 1st, 5:00 – 6:30pm, and Feb. 5th, 11am – 12:30pm at 611 E Cascade Ave.

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Jan
19
9:00 AM09:00
Learning & Skill Building, Community Builders

Community Builder Coalition Meeting

* Add me to the Community Builders Coalition invitation list *

What is a Community Builder?

Are you looking for a way to be more engaged in Sisters Country? Do you have time, energy and/or expertise to help address emerging issues in your community? If so, then Community Builders could be the perfect group for you!

We're looking for people who want to join this active and dynamic group of individuals and organizations addressing key issues and urgent needs in Sisters Country. Meetings are currently held via Zoom on the third Wednesday of each month and are facilitated by C4C.

THERE IS NO ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENT FOR THIS GROUP. JOIN US WHEN YOU CAN AND DON’T STRESS IT WHEN YOU CAN’T JOIN US.

C4C IS DEDICATED TO FURTHERING CIVILITY, COLLABORATION AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT IN SISTERS COUNTRY. We offer tools and opportunities to encourage respectful communication and to build trust.

To join us for this approximately 60-minute discussion, simply click on link and give us your contact information. We’ll send you a link each month.

* Add me to the Community Builders Coalition email list *

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Citizens4Community is a non-partisan and non-political organization. We are dedicated to furthering civility, collaboration and civic engagement in Sisters Country. We offer tools and opportunities—like our monthly Let’s Talk series—to encourage respectful local discussions and to build trust and better understanding around local topics of interest.

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Jan
17
6:00 PM18:00
Learning & Skill Building

Let’s Talk! Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr Day

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Let’s Talk!

Citizens4Community invites the community for a Let’s Talk! panel discussion 6-7:30 p.m. Monday, January 17th.

We will view three past civil rights cases that predate Martin Luther King Jr. and learn how these “wrongs” are being recognized today. We’ll follow with a discussion on the hot topic of uncovering historic injustices and making reparations. All viewpoints are welcome.

We are also interested in hearing first-hand accounts from participants of the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960’s. If that’s you, please join and share your stories.

Inspire us, teach us!

C4C IS DEDICATED TO FURTHERING CIVILITY, COLLABORATION AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT IN SISTERS COUNTRY. We offer tools and opportunities to encourage respectful communication and to build trust.

We hope to see you at this informative and engaging Zoom (online) discussion. To receive an invitation with a Zoom link, simply RSVP to director@citizens4community.com.

To join us for this approximately 90-minute discussion, simply click on the RSVP below.

You will receive the Zoom link the day of the event.

* RSVP-SAVE ME A SEAT *

(Let’s Talk! is Free, but we ask that you RSVP by clicking on one of the RSVP links above, so we can send you the Zoom link.)

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Citizens4Community is a non-partisan and non-political organization. We are dedicated to furthering civility, collaboration and civic engagement in Sisters Country. We offer tools and opportunities—like our monthly Let’s Talk series—to encourage respectful local discussions and to build trust and better understanding around local topics of interest.

• You can read about how Let’s Talk began HERE>>

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Dec
15
4:00 PM16:00
Learning & Skill Building, Community Builders

Community Builder Coalition Meeting

* Add me to the Community Builders Coalition invitation list *

What is a Community Builder?

Are you looking for a way to be more engaged in Sisters Country? Do you have time, energy and/or expertise to help address emerging issues in your community? If so, then Community Builders could be the perfect group for you!

We're looking for people who want to join this active and dynamic group of individuals and organizations addressing key issues and urgent needs in Sisters Country. Meetings are currently held via Zoom on the third Wednesday of each month and are facilitated by C4C.

THERE IS NO ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENT FOR THIS GROUP. JOIN US WHEN YOU CAN AND DON’T STRESS IT WHEN YOU CAN’T JOIN US.

C4C IS DEDICATED TO FURTHERING CIVILITY, COLLABORATION AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT IN SISTERS COUNTRY. We offer tools and opportunities to encourage respectful communication and to build trust.

To join us for this approximately 60-minute discussion, simply click on link and give us your contact information. We’ll send you a link each month.

* Add me to the Community Builders Coalition email list *

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Citizens4Community is a non-partisan and non-political organization. We are dedicated to furthering civility, collaboration and civic engagement in Sisters Country. We offer tools and opportunities—like our monthly Let’s Talk series—to encourage respectful local discussions and to build trust and better understanding around local topics of interest.

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Apr
19
8:30 AM08:30
Learning & Skill Building

Learn How to Make Every Collaboration More Successful

[If you spend time working across agencies or working with others on school, local government, nonprofit, business, church or other projects, this comprehensive day of learning and skill-building is for you.]

Responding to a group’s or community’s goals and needs means working together. How well we collaborate can make or break our success. Effective collaboration pulls us out of silos, reduces turnover and increases communication and productivity. The benefits are huge.

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Jan
30
5:00 PM17:00
Learning & Skill Building

Facilitation Training for Community Members & Volunteers

  • Sisters Fire Hall, Community Room (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

If you’ve ever been asked to run a meeting and felt uncomfortable leading a large or diverse group of people…Or, if you’ve ever hesitated to spearhead a project because it may involve some disagreement…Or, if you just want to get better at helping others find solutions and consensus…

…Then, this special session is perfect for you.

Professional facilitator Terry Buchholz has graciously partnered with C4C to help area residents build their practical facilitation skills. This Jan. 30 evening workshop will offer attendees valuable advice and tips.

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Oct
30
4:00 PM16:00
Learning & Skill Building

Across the Political Divide

  • 520 E Cascade Ave Sisters, OR, 97759 Sisters City Hall, Sisters, OR (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Thank you for your interest in the “Across the Divide” workshop, hosted by Citizens4Community and led by Heidi Venture. Read more about Venture and the workshop HERE.

This free workshop is designed for equal numbers of self-described conservatives and liberals and is limited to the first 30 participants (15 in each category).

This promises to be a powerful event as we grow to better understand our differences—and appreciate those differences—and as we develop stronger communication.

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Nov
15
5:15 PM17:15
Learning & Skill Building

Save the Date for 'The Paradox of Connection' with Moe Carrick

  • Sisters Fire Station Community Hall (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

[NOTE: Moe offered a highly insightful program on Nov. 15. Thank you, Moe. If you missed it or if you would like to hear parts over again, check out our audio album pages. To download excerpts, Click Here. Or, to hear the individual tracks as a continuous album, Click Here.]

Keynote for the next Citizens4Community quarterly session will be Moe Carrick, founder of the Bend-based, B corp consulting firm Moementum, Inc. A Certified Daring Way™ facilitator, Moe is an outstanding organizational coach and speaker and the recipient of the Bend Chamber's "Woman of the Year" award last year. She has engaged audiences across sectors, including at TEDx events, universities, Microsoft, Starbuck’s and Nike.

During this custom-created, dynamic session, "The Paradox of Connection," you’ll gain ideas for fostering meaningful connections in a“highly-connected” world that paradoxically also encourages division and community disengagement.

You’ll learn why “showing up” (even when it’s hard) is key; and you’ll examine what "community" looks like through a new lens of courage, vulnerability, and connection.

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