The 4th Annual Rubbish Renewed Eco Fashion Show Bend Armory Thursday, January 16th, 6pm (all ages) and 8:30pm (21 & over) The event is a fundraiser for REALMS charter School. 30 garments will be shown across the two shows, with student creations shown only at the early all-ages show. See eclectic, wearable art runway show, a live and silent action, a gallery style marketplace and local food & drink. Ticket info: www.rubbishrenewed.com

It is the Middle of Winter CLOTHING AND FOOD DRIVE Jake’s Diner Now through February Donations accepted of food, clothing, blankets, sleeping bags and other essentials. Items collected will go directly to the homeless who need it through the Central Oregon Veteran’s Outreach.

Bend Spay and Neuter Project’s annual Doggie Coat Drive Bend Veterinary Clinic, Blue Sky Veterinary Clinic, both Bend Pet Express locations, Suba Guru and at Bend Spay and Neuter Project Now through the end of January Collecting coats, sweaters and booties for dogs belonging to people who are homeless or displaced in Central Oregon. “The greatest need by far is for durable coats for medium and large size dogs. dropped off at. Warm bedding will also be accepted. In addition, donations of food are always accepted. www.bendsnip.org or call 541-617-1010.