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images, video, and music, along
with real-world examples of AI
working as a creative and strategic partner. The presentation
also provides clear, actionable
tips, techniques, and strategies
to help you become an AI “power user,” enabling you to unlock
capabilities far beyond typical
usage. Attendees will leave with
a deeper understanding of how
to work effectively with AI
and integrate it into daily life.
Participants are encouraged to
bring a laptop or tablet to follow
along with interactive examples.
Dr. Quadrel is a retired technology leader who spent more
than two decades at Pacific
Northwest National Laboratory, where he led the Information Sciences & Engineering Division. Known for his
clear, engaging teaching style,
Quadrel focuses on making
complex topics accessible and
useful for everyday life. This
presentation builds on his January Sunriver You session, A
Hands-On Introduction to
Artificial Intelligence, which
is available on YouTube, and
extends those concepts with the
latest developments, tools, and
hands-on techniques.
Hidden in Plain Sight: An
Introduction to Geocaching
Wednesday, June 10, 1
p.m. at SHARC. Presenter:
Kathie Maier
Discover the adventure of
geocaching, a real-world treasure hunt that combines technology, exploration, and a sense
of fun. If you love to walk, hike,
cycle, and discover new places,
geocaching is for you. Using
GPS coordinates posted on a
phone app, hidden containers
called caches placed by others
in neighborhoods, parks, and
natural areas, can be found
throughout the world. In our
own backyard there are at least
200 caches. You will learn how
geocaching works using popular
apps, basic navigation skills, tips
for finding and hiding caches
responsibly, and making the
experience enjoyable for all
ages. We will begin the class
by setting up the app on your
phone so come prepared with
username options to establish
your handle. We will move
onto logging in, learning how
the website/app works and
geocaching etiquette and safety
before venturing out to find our
first cache.
Maier is a retired teacher
and has been geocaching since
December 2004. On vacation
this past summer she found
her 1,000th cache. She moved
with her wife Sharon to Central
Oregon in 2024 and enjoys
cycling, hiking, painting, reading, technology, travel and, of
course, geocaching.
Fire-Wise Landscaping:
Beauty that Protects
Thursday, June 11, 3–4:30
p.m. SHARC. Presenter: Amy
Jo Detweiler
Wildfire risk is growing in
Central Oregon, but your landscape can be part of the solution. This informative class
introduces the principles of
Fire-Wise landscaping, helping
you create a beautiful, resilient
outdoor space while reducing
fire hazards around your home.
We’ll break down the basics of
the home ignition zone, what
makes some plants fire-resistant
(and others not), and how design and regular maintenance
can make a difference. We’ll also
walk through a few local case
studies and share plant picks
that work well in a fire-wise
landscape. Whether you’re starting from scratch or adapting an
existing yard, this session will
provide clear, actionable steps
to help protect your property
and your community.
Amy Jo Detweiler, Professor
and O.S.U. Extension Horticulturist, is responsible for
teaching and outreach to homeowners and green industry professionals in Central Oregon.
She specializes in sustainable
landscape practices, including
water-wise gardening, firewise landscaping and backyard
food production. She is also
responsible for training and
managing an active group of
master gardener volunteers for
a tri-county region.
Ongoing Silent Meditation
Drop-In Gathering
and Teaching
• First and third Friday of the
month, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in
the Crescent Room at SHARC.
• Drop-in class, no registration required. Arrive 5 minutes
early so the class can start and
end on time.
• All are welcome. Sessions
include a 20-minute silent sit.
Teaching and introduction
to companion practices will
be offered in addition to the
silent sit.
• Chairs provided. Participants are welcome to bring a
cushion and other items for
your comfort.
Bette Butler, a silent meditation practitioner since 2018, has
been commissioned by Contemplative Outreach, Ltd. as a
presenter of the Centering and
Welcoming practices. Contact
Butler at butlerbdewitt@gmail.
com for more information or if
you have questions.
Sunriver You seeks class
topics, instructors
Sunriver You was founded with the theme, “Learning for You, by You.”
The committee is always looking for new classes and instructors. Please
contact Sunriver You at info@sunriveryou.com if you have an interest or
expertise to share with the community.
Sunriver You committee has yet to find an instructor/presenter for a topic
of interest, Central Oregon geological features and landscapes. Send us an
email if you, or someone you know, can lead the class.
STEPHEN HANS NUETZEL, ARCHITECT
NEW CUSTOM HOMES
REMODELS & ADDITIONS
SROA EXPERIENCED SUNRIVER REFERENCES
541.815.8333 Bend, Oregon
1ST SATURDAY EACH MONTH
4:00 - 5:45 PM
AT S H A R C ’ S L I V I N G R O O M
BRING A NON BREAKABLE CUP, NO GLASS/CERAMIC
YOUR BEVERAGE OF CHOICE,
AND AN APPETIZER TO SHARE, IF YOU’D LIKE
NO RSVP REQUIRED
MAY 2026 SUNRIVER SCENE
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