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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 

Relay For Life of Skagit County is Scarin' Up a Cure for Halloween! This event is a family friendly Halloween party! There will be food, games, a costume contest and so much more! Come out and enjoy a night of fun while also raising money for a great cause!

Tickets are $5 per person. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!

When: Friday, October 18th, 2019 at 5:00 pm

Address: McFarland Rd, Mount Vernon, Washington 98273

Phone: 360-424-8483

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 this amazing healing circle on Camano Island! This is a FREE meeting for ALL people. Thats right, EVERYONE is welcome!

Please come to the Camano Country Clubhouse to participate in a non-denominational gathering of people who wish to heal. 

The healing circles are hosted by Registered Nurse, Nicole Vienneau, MSN, RN, NC-BC.

The next healing circle meetings are: Tuesday, September 17th, 2019 from 12:45-1:45 pm and Tuesday, October 22nd, 2019 from 12:45-1:45 pm. 

Step out of your comfort zone and into a safe and accepting environment in which you can explore healing. With open minds, your group will work together to discover the best ways to remove obstacles to healing, alleviate suffering, and deepen your capacity to heal.

Address: 1243 Beach Drive, Camano Island, Washington 98282

Phone: 360-387-1655
Email: camanoswimfitness@gmail.com

It's that time of year again! The Stanwood-Camano YMCA is now registering kids for youth soccer (this program is designed for children ages 3-6). Your child will learn the  fundamentals of soccer in a fun atmosphere while cultivating values, skills, and relationships that lead to positive behaviors and better health. This is a non-competitive league that is a great introduction for the younger kids. 

Games are held on Saturdays from October 1st through November 23rd, 2019 between 9:00 am and 1:00 pm. Cost is $45 for facility members and $60 for non-members.

Address: 7213 267th St NW, Stanwood, WA - Phone: 360-572-3398
Email: abrodin@ymca-snoco.org

Come enjoy a wonderful four course dinner with all locally sourced ingredients and wine pairing! Hosted at Island Harvest Farm and presented by Chef Courtney Bourasaw of Rainbow Eats!
 Tour the farm, meet the farmer and learn about all your area has to offer! This is perfect for a date night or a lovely night with friends! Don't miss it!
When: Saturday, September 21st, 2019 at 5:00 pm
Address: 825 Arrowhead Rd, Camano Island, WA - Phone: 369-544-2229
Email: contact@rainbow.eats.con

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