Contributed by Davon White, Blue Zones Lutes Steer Clear: student-athletes call for safer roads in Pierce County PARKLAND, WA – Blue Zones Project Parkland-Spanaway, Most Steer Clear, and Pacific Lutheran University Athletics have united to introduce the Lutes Steer Clear campaign, a collaborative movement focused on reducing distracted and impaired driving across Pierce County. Designed…
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More summer fun events to go!
Summer is not quite over and here are many more events still happening for your enjoyment! On August 16, Sprinker Recreation Center is holding another Junk in the Trunk event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. a fun and innovative twist on the classic garage sale! This is the perfect opportunity to sell your items…
Upcoming Free Events from Blue Zones
FRESH Food Can Be Easier Than You Think! Join us for a free Cooking Demo to see just how easy, inexpensive, and tasty healthy cooking can really be. Monday, April 7th | 1PMWednesday, April 9th | 6PM Get Moving with ZUMBA! Join the fun and make some friends by stopping by at Sprinker for a free Zumba session! Monday, April…
These Orgs Make Parkland-Spanaway Healthier!
BLUE ZONES — We’re excited to announce that Pacific Lutheran University and Collins Elementary School have officially become Blue Zones Project Approved — joining a growing movement of schools and worksites committed to supporting healthier choices and better, longer lives! For their efforts in making their campus a healthier place to work, Pacific Lutheran University has earned the designation as Pierce County’s first Blue Zones Project…
February, wellness with Blue Zones
Here’s what we’ve got going on! Financial Wellness Moai with Habitat for Humanity Learn how to budget, save, and purchase an affordable home through Habitat for Humanity.When: Every Wednesday starting Feb 5th at 5PM Where: Spanaway Lutheran Church Healthy Cooking Made Simple (Two Sessions)When: Monday, Feb 10th at 1PM & Wednesday, Feb 12th at 6PM Where: Sprinker Recreation…
Welcome A Year of Wellness!
Happy New Year from you Parkland Spanaway Blue Zones Project! As we step into the new year, we’re filled with excitement and optimism for what lies ahead. A new year is a fresh opportunity to embrace healthier habits, foster stronger connections, and create a thriving community together. At Blue Zones Project Parkland-Spanaway, our mission to…
Blue Zones Project of Parkland-Spanaway names new Executive Director
Parkland, WA – December 17, 2024 – Blue Zones Project Parkland-Spanaway is excited to announce that Queena Tupou has been named its new Executive Director. Tupou will take over the role from Tono Sablan, who will now serve as a steering committee member with the Blue Zones Project Parkland-Spanaway. “As someone who grew up in…
Resource Caravan comes to local churches
Once again, we are bringing essential resources, helpful support, and a strong sense of community straight to you! Whether you’re seeking health services, family assistance, or simply want to engage with your neighbors, this event has something for everyone. Join us for the Parkland Community Resource Caravan on October 31st from 12PM to 4PM at Trinity Lutheran Church!…
Blue Zones Cooking for your health
My apologies, a couple of these have already passed, but there are several still in the works. Blue Zones Cooking events. How to Make Grilled Vegetable & Potato SaladWhen: Sunday, Sept 8th at 12PM Where: Trinity Lutheran Church (Garden Market) Mediterranean Chickpea Salad (Two Sessions)When: Monday, Sept 9th at 1PM & Wednesday, Sept 10th at 6PMWhere: Sprinker Recreation Center…
Get healthy, live longer, join us!
The following events are taking place in August with the Blue Zones Project Parkland-Spanaway. Blue Zones are places in the world that the National Geographic identified as places that people commonly live to be 100. Parkland Spanaway is not one of them, in fact, we have the lowest life expectancy on an average than the…
Local Parkland Resident Transforms Health and Strengthens Family Bonds Through Blue Zones Project
Parkland-Spanaway, WA – [Friday May 24, 2024] – Blue Zones ProjectParkland-Spanaway proudly highlights the inspiring story of Berta Rivera, a localresident whose life has been profoundly transformed through her participation inBlue Zones Project’s free community wellness programs. Meet Berta Berta Rivera, a 40-year Parkland resident and retiree, has always had difficultymanaging her weight and in…
Blue Zones Cooking Class, SLHS April 5
This Friday, April 5, Blue Zones Project will be hosting a brand-new cooking demonstration program. We’ll have seating for up to 100 people so make to invite your friends, families, and co-workers. Spanaway Lake High School Cooking Demo – April 5th, 2024 @ 6PM. There’s a brand-new Walking Moai that’s meeting every Wednesday at 6PM at Spanaway Lake…
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