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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

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

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

Join your host, Larry Korn, for a week long natural farming immersion at Ananda Farm on Camano Island. Vegetarian meals and camping space is provided for the week. Attune to the spirit of Masanobu Fukuoka and natural living as an integrated approach to life and agriculture. Participate in classes, discussion, philosophy, and the hands-on practice of natural farming. The farm currently has around 10 resident-stewards at the farm, alpacas, goats, dogs, cats, chickens, and a few acres of garden-orchards filled with thousands of plants, crawlers, and fliers. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet new friends and learn a TON! Don't miss out on the fun! Cost is $375 – $675 (sliding scale).

RESERVE YOUR SPOT HERE!

When: Saturday, August 31st (2:00-5:00 pm arrival), through Saturday, September 7th, 2019 at 1:00 pm.
Address: 732 Haven Pl, Camano Island - Phone: 360-387-0575

Camano Island Fire and Rescue provides CPR/AED and choking for adult, child and infants. There is no age limit as long as the student can physically perform the training. The cost of the course is $25 per student. 

The next class will be held on Thursday, September 5th, 2019 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm.

Address: Station 4 - 273 N. West Camano Drive, Camano Island, WA 98282 - Phone: 360-387-0783 

Viking Laundry has an incredible offer for the Stanwood-Camano community!

On Thursday evenings, they are offering Stanwood-Camano residents to do their laundry for FREE from 6:30-7:45 pm. Supplies are provided for each person to do one small load of laundry. This is an incredible opportunity to spread the word to a family in need!

Address: 8800 Viking Way, Stanwood, WA - Phone: 360-629-3800