We’ve all heard that healthy eating is important. But did you know that the eating habits your child develops now can have a lasting impact for years to come? Research shows that how your child eats and drinks in their early years can set the stage for a lifetime of healthy eating and living. With all the different terms and tactics used in food packaging, though, sometimes it … [Read more...] about Pediatrics Northwest: Sugar Isn’t Always Sweet!
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Danny Vernon – Elvis Illusionist
Call them what you will … Illusionist, Impersonator or Tribute Performer … many of us love hearing a great Elvis song that brings the King of Rock ‘n Roll to life. If you are one of us, your chance to see an award-winning local Elvis performer is coming up Wednesday, December 22nd and Thursday, December 23rd at the Muckelshoot Casino in Auburn. For more than three decades, … [Read more...] about Danny Vernon – Elvis Illusionist
The Olympia Farmers Market: Holiday Market
The change of season at The Olympia Farmers Market means beautiful fall and winter produce and wonderful handcrafted items from some of your favorite local artisans. Shop local first and grab a handmade centerpiece, holiday inspired table runner, hand blown glasses and wood serving tray to present the perfect farm-to-table meal. The Market will have plenty of baked goods, … [Read more...] about The Olympia Farmers Market: Holiday Market
Summer Splash Gala 2021
The Hands On Children’s Museum hosted its much anticipated Summer Splash! Gala. The Fancy-Pants Picnic fundraising event was held in the Museum’s beautiful Outdoor Discovery Center where visitors could explore the half-acre grounds featuring a 56-foot vintage schooner, lighthouse lookout, children’s garden, gravel dig, and new Bouldering on the Beach exhibit. A gourmet picnic … [Read more...] about Summer Splash Gala 2021
New Technology helps Identify Macular Degeneration
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a hereditary disease that develops as one ages. AMD is one of the leading causes of vision loss and blindness in America, occurring in 4-7% of African Americans and impacting over 45% of Non-Hispanic Caucasians. Generally, AMD is split into the “dry form” and “wet form.” The dry form occurs when small retinal defects, called drusen, … [Read more...] about New Technology helps Identify Macular Degeneration