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"A study from the University of Washington, published last week in the Journal of Exposure Science and Environmental Epidemiology, reports the noise from the Boeing EA-18G Growlers and their training drills present a “substantial risk” to two-thirds of Island County residents" More at The Seattle Times ➜
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"Forever chemicals or PFAS, can increase health risks for certain cancers and other diseases when present in drinking water in minuscule concentrations measured in parts per trillion. ....... Testing has found more than a dozen Washington public water systems with detections above levels defined by the state to be suitable for long-term consumption — and widespread testing is just ramping up" Read more

Body Spec is coming back once again with medical grade body composition testing, right here in Oak Harbor!

A Body Spec DXA scan (also known as a DEXA scan) is a simple, 10-minute body fat test that takes a comprehensive snapshot of your exact breakdown of bone, fat tissue, and muscle mass. This is a great way to see your progress, or where you could improve and this testing is very popular in the fitness community!

Don't miss out!

When: Wednesday, October 16th, 2019 from 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Address: 32650 State Route 20, Oak Harbor, Washington 98277

Phone: 360-675-2600
Email: thriveoakharbor@thrivecf.com

Come check out the 5th annual OH BABY Birth and Baby Fair! This event is PACKED full of vendors, birth professionals, health resources, local food and more. Meet the birth professionals, shop with local vendors, and enjoy some lunch while you're there. Educational classes will run throughout the day. There will be giveaways and swag bags as well as FREE ADMISSION! Spread the word!

When: Saturday, October 26th, 2019 from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Address: 150 SW 6th Ave, Oak Harbor, WA 98277

Phone: 360-279-5300 

Bring the family out for the Where's Waldo 5k! Come dressed as your favorite Waldo! Join other Where's Waldo fans and have a blast at Green Lake Park!

This event will be "officially timed". The trail is fairly flat, rain or shine! Cost is $30 for adults which includes race, bib, photos, medal. costs for kids under 10 is $20 which includes race, bib, photos, and medal. 

Come have fun with the entire family on a beautiful fall morning!

REGISTER HERE

When: Saturday, October 26th, 2019 at 10:00 am

Address: Latona Ave NE, Seattle, Washington 98115

Phone: 206-684-4075

You are invited! All zombies and ghouls are encouraged to head to downtown Snohomish for a friendly (or not!) visit. Dress in your zombie or ghoul attire for a community walk! This event is a spooky fundraiser for the Snohomish Food Bank.

 In preparation for the impending Zombie-Apocalypse, we're asking all participants and spectators to bring "rations for the survivors". (Food donations to benefit the Snohomish Food Bank. Cash donations are also welcome.)

Zombie face painting will be available at 2:00 pm in front of Artisans Mercantile (117 Glen St.) with all proceeds benefiting the Snohomish Food Bank. 

Snohomish Food Bank truck and staff will be on site starting at 2:30 pm to accept food donations. Zombies gather between 3:00 - 3:30 pm at Artisans Mercantile. 

At 3:30 pm important instructions and guidelines will be given. The walk begins at 4:00 pm. 

When: Saturday, October 26th, 2019 at 4:00 pm. 

Address: 117 Glen Street Snohomish WA 98290

Phone: 360-568-7993 

Join the Anacortes Farmers Market each Saturday from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm!

You'll find handmade items like soap and honey, fine arts & crafts, candles, clothes, jewelry and more!
Pick up some homegrown produce such as veggies, fruits, eggs, meat and fish while you relax to live music in the background!

Bring the kids along for kids activities that take place from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm.

There will have hot food options available as well as an outdoor cafe. You can find the master gardeners plant clinic indoors or relax and enjoy the sculpture garden and madrone grove next door! 

It's truly fun for everyone  - see you there!

When: Saturday's until October 26th, 2019 at 9:00 am

Address: 611 R Ave, Anacortes, Washington 98221

Phone: 360-293-7922 
Email: info@anacortesfarmersmarket.org

Come check out OPEN GYM on Saturday's from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm!

Come have fun and try out the equipment or get some extra practice time!

 Coaches will be on hand to answer questions and make sure that kids are safe. 

Cost: $5 for members and $10 for non-members. 

This hour can also be used for make-up classes.

*No open gym on 1/19, 3/2, 4/6, 5/25, 7/20, 8/31, 11/30, or 12/28.*

Address: 3707 124th St NE, Ste 9, Marysville, WA 98271

Phone: 360-653-7827

Mothers or expectant mothers - THIS IS FOR YOU! 

Come learn all there is to know about breastfeeding! Learn different ways to hold your baby and different solutions to boost supply and ways to properly address a poor latch. This is a free event led by an IBCLC. Tell your friends! 

When: Wednesday, September 18th, 2019 at 5:30 pm. 

Address: 1000 SE Regatta Dr, Oak Harbor, Washington 98277

Phone: 360-675-5115

Come enjoy a beautiful, scenic run at Deception Pass State Park!
 Enjoy the fall colors in one of the state’s most spectacular locations. There will be plenty of aid stations and the courses are well marked. The course starts and finishes at Bowman Bay. Grab your friends and head out to enjoy a brisk, fall morning run!

When: Sunday, October 6th, 2019 at 8:00 am 
Address: Bowman Bay Rd, Anacortes, WA  - Phone: 888-226-7688

Are you ready, Seattle? Join in for the St. Jude Walk/Run during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in September, to raise money for the kids of St. Jude, where families never receive a bill for anything. Let's end childhood cancer. Together.

When: Saturday, September 14th, 2019 from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm.  

Address: 305 Harrison St, Seattle, Washington 98109

Phone: 206-684-7200
Email: sc.customerservice@seattle.gov

Come check out indoor play time at Rising Stars Gymnastics! This time is designated and designed for toddlers and small children ages 1-5. Let your child come and play on their equipment in a relaxed environment. This is parent-guided, but coaches will be on hand to answer questions and make sure safety practices are followed. 

Cost: $4 for members and $6 for non-members - Free entry with a 3 can donation of food (per child) for our local food bank!

When: The second Thursday of each month at 12:15 pm. Please note: *No Indoor Playtime on 2/28, 4/4, 7/4, 7/18, 11/28, or 12/26*
Address: 3707 124th St NE, Ste 9, Marysville, WA - Phone: 360-653-7827