Winter Solstice marks the end of fall on the shortest day of the year, but it marks the beginning of something new and then every day thereafter the days become longer. Some may view this time of year as dark and dreary, but it doesn’t have to be. The Winter Solstice can teach us to embrace the darkness and find the beauty in it, especially at Lakewold Gardens’ celebration of … [Read more...] about Renew Your Soul at Lakewold’s Winter Solstice
Wellness
OPTUM’S MARKET PRESIDENT TO LEAD GO RED FOR WOMEN®
The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization devoted to a world of healthier lives for all, announces Imelda Dacones, M.D., F.A.C.P., market president for Optum Pacific Northwest, as the community volunteer chairperson of the 2024 Puget Sound Go Red for Women movement. Dr. Dacones will lead the campaign as Go Red for Women celebrates its … [Read more...] about OPTUM’S MARKET PRESIDENT TO LEAD GO RED FOR WOMEN®
Eating Mindfully through the Holidays—and All Year
Slow down before plowing through the holiday hors d’oeuvres or finishing off that overfilled plate of comfort food. An approach called mindful eating could just help you enjoy it even more and increase well-being. Paying close attention to food and how it makes your body feel also can help you make better decisions about what, why, and the amount to eat. “Mindful eating … [Read more...] about Eating Mindfully through the Holidays—and All Year
Senior Services for South Sound Turns 50
Though not quite a senior itself, Senior Services for South Sound is celebrating 50 years of active support in the community. “We offer the ability to come together and find community,” says Mike Gregory, Development Director, adding, “We do a lot.” What an understatement! From serving over 100,000 meals a year to taking trips around the globe, Senior Services makes a world of … [Read more...] about Senior Services for South Sound Turns 50
Olympia Farmers Market Invites You to a Market Harvest Celebration
The Olympia Farmers Market is thrilled to announce its upcoming "Market Harvest Celebration" on Saturday, October 28, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This exciting event promises a day of family-friendly fun, featuring trick-or-treating from Market vendors, fall activities, and cooking demonstrations using Market produce. The Market Harvest Celebration is the perfect … [Read more...] about Olympia Farmers Market Invites You to a Market Harvest Celebration