This week’s Local Lift is an extra special edition! We are just focusing on one Whidbey Island business this week, and that is Chrysalis Yoga Shala in Oak Harbor.
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This Local Lift has DOUBLE the amount of giveaways as usual, just for fun! In case you’re new to this Local Lift feature, welcome! This is a feature that I started at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic as a “small business boost.” I purchase gift cards to local small businesses to give away to the Whidbey Island community, and spotlight the businesses along the way.
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Happy October! We are officially in the midst of fall, and that means it’s spooky season and time for everything pumpkin spice! It also means it’s time for some of the most cherished seasonal events that Whidbey Island has to offer. This month brings us a full calendar of events, and you’ll find everything from pumpkin patches and corn mazes to explore, to spooky performances to enjoy and memorable community events to attend.
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As the school year starts and we enjoy the last few days of summer, it’s time to look ahead and begin a new season! As you know, it is still just as important as ever to support our community and local businesses, and this Local Lift feature is all about giving Whidbey Island businesses a boost!
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This month we have some wonderful events here on Whidbey Island to look forward to, from arts-focused happenings to farmers markets galore. September also brings the official beginning of fall—we can’t wait for all of the fun autumn events that await on the horizon!
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Thanks for stopping by to check out the latest Local Lift! This week I’m featuring just a few of Whidbey Island’s wonderful local businesses that are perfect for a classic “dinner and a movie” date, awesome takeout, and more.
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This week’s Local Lift giveaway features just a few of the many incredible small businesses we have in Oak Harbor! In case you’re checking out Local Lift for the first time, Local Lift is a “small business boost” that I started at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. With each giveaway, I purchase gift cards to local Whidbey Island businesses to give away to the community along with spotlighting each business. The pandemic has been especially challenging for small businesses, and we’re here to support them!
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Whidbey Island is truly magical during the summer months! We’re incredibly fortunate to have so much to explore and enjoy, especially during August. This month brings us a full calendar of events and happenings that let us support local businesses, get to know local artists, and get outside and meet our neighbors. In addition to several farmers markets to visit, August also brings several arts-focused events to enjoy.
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This week’s Local Lift is highlighting some more of our wonderful Whidbey Island businesses, including The BBQ Joint, Whidbey Coffee, and Sugar Studio! Thanks for stopping by to check out my giveaway! In case you’re not familiar, Local Lift is an ongoing series I created at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. So many of our cherished local businesses had to suddenly close their doors or drastically change the way they did business, and this presented some major challenges (especially financial challenges) for business owners.
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Thanks for stopping by to check out this week’s Local Lift! In case you’re not familiar, Local Lift is an ongoing series I started back when COVID-19 first hit during Spring of 2020. With each Local Lift, I purchase gift cards from local Whidbey Island businesses to give away to locals. It’s meant to be a “small business boost,” and I also love shining the spotlight on some of my very favorite small businesses. When we can, it’s important to support our local economy! #ShopLocal
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Summer is almost officially here, and June 2021 brings us so many fun community events and happenings on Whidbey Island! Not only are our cherished Whidbey Island farmers markets back, but we also have some lovely street markets and makers’ markets to explore this month as well. Live performances are also returning slowly but surely to our island, so whether you’ve been missing seeing live music or outdoor movies at the drive-in (or both!), you’ll find that on the calendar, too.
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Local Lift is all about spotlighting and supporting Whidbey Island’s many incredible businesses. This ongoing Local Lift feature was started at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic as a “small business boost”; so many of our cherished local businesses had to close their doors for an unforeseen amount of time or drastically change the way they did business practically overnight. In addition to purchasing gift cards to local businesses to give away to the community, I also spotlight each business at the same time.
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April showers bring May flowers, and this month on Whidbey Island there are several events on the calendar that encourage us all to get outside to have some fun in the sun. Farmers markets on Whidbey Island are in full swing now, and this month also brings us art markets, street markets, wine tours and more!
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This week’s Local Lift features a few incredible Oak Harbor businesses that Whidbey Island residents just rave about! Whether you’d like to stock up on fresh spring produce, enjoy a much-needed evening out with delicious food and drinks, or get a complete makeover, this Local Lift shines the spotlight on businesses that offer all of this and more.
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Spring is in the air! April 2021 brings us some great entertainment, community Easter events, online events, and fun ways to get outside in the fresh air here on Whidbey Island. For more details on each event in the graphic, keep scrolling!
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This week’s Local Lift features a few businesses that are perfect to visit during spring! As we get more and more sunny, warm days here on Whidbey Island, you can enjoy sweet treats from Toppins Frozen Yogurt more often, or pick up takeout from places like Pita Pit for picnics at your favorite park. And of course, if you have a garden or a yard that needs some refreshing after winter, Skagit Farmers Supply has everything you need!
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The chill of winter is still upon us, but the sun is setting later and there are hints of spring on the horizon! March 2021 brings us more events and things to do on Whidbey Island, and there are even more opportunities to spend time exploring the great outdoors!
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This week’s Local Lift showcases a few fantastic small businesses in Oak Harbor on Whidbey Island. Each of these local eateries serves up deliciousness—discover a favorite local drive-thru coffee spot, a smoothie shop with tons to choose from, and a restaurant + brewery with a hearty menu and refreshing brews!
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Thanks for stopping by to check out this week’s Local Lift giveaway! Local Lift is a “small business boost” series that I started at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many of our local businesses on Whidbey Island have experienced significant challenges due to the pandemic, and in addition to spotlighting local businesses in this series, I’ve also been buying gift cards to businesses to give away to Whidbey Island residents. I hope you’ll find something new here to enjoy and support!
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Happy February! This month brings us many ways to engage with our Whidbey Island community all while staying safe and conveniently cozy! For links to more information about each event and happening, scroll to just below the graphic.
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