Autumn is right around the corner, and that means school is starting up again, the sun is setting earlier, and all of the fall traditions we look forward to are on the horizon. This year looks a bit different than usual as our community and local Whidbey Island businesses continue to be impacted by COVID-19; we can all do our part to help our local economy by shopping local when possible! Each week I’ve been doing a “small business boost” by purchasing gift cards to local businesses and giving them away to Whidbey Island locals.
Read MoreHappy September! Even though things may look a bit different lately, this September brings us some wonderful events to enjoy here on Whidbey Island. Our island’s many Farmers Markets offer a great opportunity to get out and about (and still social distance!), while supporting our local farmers and businesses. And thanks to sunny September, there are even more outdoor events on the calendar in the weeks ahead.
Read MoreIn this week’s local lift, we’re featuring some must-try Whidbey Island businesses whether you’re in search of a mani/pedi, a sharp-looking haircut, delicious Thai cuisine, or a photo session with a talented Whidbey Island photographer! COVID-19 has brought so many unexpected challenges to all of us, and our local Whidbey Island businesses are no exception. Each week I’ve been doing a “small business boost” by purchasing gift cards to local businesses and giving them away to Whidbey Island locals.
Read MoreI hope you’re having a fantastic summer! This week’s Local Lift features a few awesome local businesses that’ll help you make the most of your summer. Delicious coffee, kayaking, paddle boarding, ice cream… it’s all here! COVID-19 has brought on so many challenges to our local businesses, so each week I’ve been doing a small business boost by purchasing gift cards to local businesses and giving them away to Whidbey Island locals.
Read MoreHappy August! I hope you’re having a fantastic summer so far (and if you need ideas for some socially distanced things to do on Whidbey Island, take a look at my August ideas here!). In this week’s Local Lift, you’ll find gift certificates to local Whidbey Island businesses that’ll add to your summer fun whether you want to grab a refreshing smoothie to enjoy at a park, or you’re ready to work on your fitness goals! For months now, I’ve been doing a weekly Local Lift series to help local businesses as they face the challenges brought on by COVID-19.
Read MoreWhidbey Island is especially gorgeous during the summer months, and August brings us the opportunity to really take advantage of the sunshine and warm weather as much as possible! Even though this summer might look different from usual, there are still so many fun activities and things we can do as we social distance. I hope you’ll find some fun ideas here to add to you Summer 2020 bucket list!
Read MoreI hope you’re having a wonderful summer, and if you need some inspiration for socially distanced things to do on Whidbey Island, take a look at my July suggestions here! Many of our local Whidbey Island businesses are still facing challenges brought on by COVID-19. For months now, I’ve been doing a weekly Local Lift series to try and support our cherished local businesses through this time. Each week I’ve been doing a small business “boost” and purchasing items (services, gift cards, etc.) to give away to the Whidbey Island community.
Read MoreWe hope that you’re staying safe and healthy out there this summer! While many of our favorite Whidbey Island businesses have been able to re-open, many are operating much differently than usual. And as our community works to support each other during this pandemic, we know that our local economy still has many challenges ahead. We’ve been trying to do our part by doing a small business “boost” each week! In this Local Lift series, we have been purchasing gift cards to different Whidbey Island businesses every week to give away. Here’s what we are giving away this week:
Read MoreSummer is *officially* in full swing here on Whidbey Island! Many more businesses here on Whidbey Island have been able to open, but our residents and local economy still has many challenges ahead. We’ve been trying to help out by doing a small business “boost” each week! In this Local Lift series, we have been purchasing gift cards to different Whidbey Island businesses every single week to give away.
Read MoreThis summer might look a bit different than usual, but we can still enjoy many of the same traditions and activities—just socially distanced! If you need some ideas for how to stay active and make summer 2020 one to remember, here are several ideas for how to spend July on Whidbey Island. Happy Summer, and happy 4th of July!
Read MoreEven though more and more businesses are able to open on Whidbey Island, our community’s local businesses still have many challenges ahead due to COVID-19. We’ve been trying to do our part and help our local Whidbey Island economy by doing a small business “boost” every week! In this Local Lift series, we purchase gift cards to different independent, local businesses to give away to Whidbey Island residents. Thanks for stopping by, and here’s what we are giving away this week:
Read MoreWe’re in the midst of Phase 2 here on Whidbey Island, and it’s so wonderful to be able to dine out again, visit our favorite shops in person, and of course, get much-needed haircuts and beauty treatments! Our local businesses have all experienced hardships as a result of COVID-19 closures and restrictions, and we have been trying to help our local Whidbey Island economy by doing weekly small business “boosts”! In our Local Lift series, we’ve been purchasing items (services, gift cards, etc.) to give away to Whidbey Island locals!
Read MoreWe’re in the midst of Phase 2 here on Whidbey Island, and it’s so wonderful to be able to dine out again, visit our favorite shops in person, and of course, get much-needed haircuts and beauty treatments! Our local businesses have all experienced hardships as a result of COVID-19 closures and restrictions, and we have been trying to help our local Whidbey Island economy by doing weekly small business “boosts”! In our Local Lift series, we’ve been purchasing items (services, gift cards, etc.) to give away to Whidbey Island locals!
Read MoreWe’re officially in Phase 2 here on Whidbey Island, and this has meant that many more businesses are able to open again. Our local businesses have all experienced hardships as a result of COVID-19 closures and restrictions, and we have been trying to help our local Whidbey Island economy by doing weekly small business “boosts”!
Read MoreWhidbey Island has entered into Phase 2 just in time for summer! The first day of summer officially begins on June 20th, and although we are still being as safe as possible, there are more things that we can do outside the home now. From supporting local businesses and catching up on self-care to exploring our gorgeous outdoor attractions and spending more time outside in our yards, this “calendar” is filled with all sorts of ideas for things to do during June 2020 right here on Whidbey Island. Happy June! #WhidbeyTogether
Read MoreAs Whidbey Island heads into Phase 2 of re-opening, many of our local businesses will be changing their offerings, open hours, protocols, etc. Our local businesses have all experienced hardships as a result of COVID-19 closures and restrictions, and we have been trying to help our local Whidbey Island economy by doing weekly small business “boosts”! In our Local Lift series, we’ve been purchasing items (services, gift cards, etc.) to give away to Whidbey Island locals! Thanks for stopping by, and here’s what we’re giving away this week.
Read MoreSo many of our cherished local businesses here on Whidbey Island have faced incredible challenges as a result of COVID-19 closures. Either businesses have had to temporarily close, or they’ve needed to significantly change the way they operate on a daily basis. To try and help the local business community, in our Local Lift series, each week we are doing a small business “boost” and purchasing items (services, gift cards, etc.) to give away to Whidbey Island locals!
Read MoreAs a result of COVID-19, so many of our treasured local businesses here on Whidbey Island have had to temporarily close or significantly change the way they do business. In our Local Lift series, each week we are doing a small business “boost” and purchasing items (services, gift cards, etc.) to giveaway to the Whidbey Island community.
Read MoreSo many of our cherished local businesses had to temporarily close or significantly change the way they do business here on Whidbey Island due to COVID-19, and there are surely many challenges to come in the days ahead as well. In our weekly Local Lift series, each week we are doing a small business “boost” and purchasing items (services, gift cards, etc.) to giveaway to the Whidbey Island community.
Read MoreThe situation surrounding COVID-19 has brought many challenges to our community—especially to our many cherished small businesses here on Whidbey Island. In our weekly Local Lift series, each week we are doing a small business “boost” and purchasing items (services, gift cards, etc.) to giveaway to the Whidbey Island community.
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