June 6, 2023

June is here, which means summer is on the horizon! As you are gearing up for your summer activities, Stilly Valley Health Connections is getting ready to participate in some community events. You can find us beginning with the Stilly Valley Center's Wellness Fair on June 14th. We will also be at the Arlington Street Fair on July 7th, 8th, and 9th. On Saturday, August 12th, we will be attending the Arlington Community Resource Center Back-to-School event at President's Elementary. We invite you to attend these fairs to find resources and more information on our upcoming classes and events.

If you're curious about local produce, you can come visit our booth at the Arlington Farmer's Market in Legion Park on June 17th, July 22nd, and August 26th. We will be sharing our booth with the wonderful team from Sound Dietitians, LLC. They will be handing out seasonal recipes, testing your market produce knowledge, and offering market tours upon request. While you are visiting our booth, you can brainstorm with a dietitian on what you can do with your freshly picked produce from the market.

We are also down to the last two cooking demonstrations in our Blue Zones series. Our next class will be on the Loma Linda, California Blue Zone on Thursday, June 15th. Our final class is on Thursday, July 20th, and will focus on the Sardinia, Italy Blue Zone. These classes have been highly attended, so be sure to register to attend online, or come in person to sample the delicious flavors of the Blue Zones.

We will look forward to seeing you this summer.

Ardis Schmiege

Superintendent/CEO

Have you been looking for a tasty and healthy vegetable to add to your summer meals? Look no further than summer squash! Squashes are filled with essential nutrients like vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. This nutrient-rich vegetable is not only affordable but also easy to grow in our beautiful Pacific Northwest! With a bounty of squash, it’s important to have a myriad of tasty ways to eat it. We will review recipes to inspire endless summer creations. From grilling to salads to soups, you'll never get bored of this tasty garden fruit. Join us for a fun and informative session to discover the benefits of summer squash. Class will be led by Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Taelin Flores. Recipes will be shared with participants. Not able to attend? Register and we will send you the recording.

Wednesday, June 7th | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

REGISTRATION

Stop by our booth at the Stilly Valley Center's Wellness Fair to pick up educational handouts, learn about our upcoming programs, and give us your ideas for future classes and events.

Wednesday, June 14th | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Stilly Valley Center | 18308 Smokey Point Blvd - Arlington

NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Experience the cuisine of Loma Linda, California, one of the world's five Blue Zones. Several healthy meals will be demonstrated, and recipes will be shared with participants. The class will be led by a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist from Sound Dietitians, LLC, and is sponsored by Skagit Regional Health. This event is free and can be attended either in person or online via Zoom. In-person attendees will be able to sample recipes. Not able to attend? Register and we will send you the recording.

Thursday, June 15th | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

REGISTRATION: ONLINE | IN-PERSON

Stilly Valley Health Connections is now providing free car seat and booster seat safety checks to North Snohomish County residents! Please contact Stilly Valley Health Connections to schedule your appointment by calling 360-386-9918 or emailing info@stillyvalleyhealth.org.

1. Watch kids when they are in or around water. Keep young children and weak swimmers within arm’s reach of an adult. Make sure more experienced swimmers are with a partner every time.
2. Choose a Water Watcher. When there are several adults present, choose one to be responsible for watching children in or near the water for a certain period of time, such as 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, select another adult to be the Water Watcher.
3. Teach children how to swim. Every child is different, so enroll children in swim lessons when they are ready. Consider their age, development and how often they are around water.
4. Make sure kids learn these five water survival skills.

• Step or jump into water over their head and return to the surface.
• Turn around in the water and orient to safety.
• Float or tread water.
• Combine breathing with forward movement in the water.
• Exit the water.

1. Teach children that swimming in open water is different from swimming in a pool. Be aware of situations that are unique to open water, such as limited visibility, depth, uneven surfaces, currents and undertow. These potential hazards can make swimming in open water more challenging than swimming in a pool.
2. Learn CPR and basic water rescue skills. It is important to know how to respond in an emergency without putting yourself at risk of drowning. Learning these skills may help you save a life.

Excerpt from the Washington State DOH: https://doh.wa.gov/community-and-environment/healthy-eating-active-living/walk-ease

The Washington State Department of Health is proud to be able to offer the Self-Directed Walk With Ease program at no cost to all Washington state residents. Whether your goal is to manage or prevent chronic health conditions–like heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes–or simply increase your overall sense of well-being and fitness, the Walk With Ease program is a tool that can support you on your health journey. 

To register for the program and learn more, click HERE.

Mended Hearts - Support Group (IN-PERSON)

July 7th - July 9th

Downtown Arlington on Olympic Ave.

Friday 10 am - 6 pm | Saturday 10 am - 6 pm | Sunday 10 am - 3 pm

Come visit the Stilly Valley Health Connections booth at this year's Arlington Street Fair to see what we have planned for this summer and fall, learn about our programs and pick-up some health related information.

Are you tired of eating the same old salad again and again to eat healthy? If so, you have come to the right place. Join Registered Dietitian, Taelin Flores, for another session of "Produce Pick of the Month: Lettuces". In this 60-minute session, she will explore various lettuces and their nutritional benefits. You will leave inspired to try not only more lettuce but also different types in unique and tasty ways. Class will be led by Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Taelin Flores. Recipes will be shared with participants. Not able to attend? Register and we will send you the recording.

Wednesday, July 5 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

REGISTRATION

Experience the cuisine of Sardinia, Italy, one of the world's five Blue Zones. Several healthy meals will be demonstrated, and recipes will be shared with participants. The class will be led by a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist from Sound Dietitians, LLC, and is sponsored by Skagit Regional Health. This event is free and can be attended either in person or online via Zoom. In-person attendees will be able to sample recipes. Not able to attend? Register and we will send you the recording.

Thursday, July 20th | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

REGISTRATION: ONLINE | IN-PERSON

Questions about an upcoming program or need assistance registering?

Please contact us at (360)-386-9918 or email info@stillyvalleyhealth.org

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