Beyond the Bell: Why After-School Programs Matter After School programs do more than keep kids busy—they provide a safe, engaging space where youth can explore new interests, build confidence, and develop lifelong skills. Across the nation, demand for these programs far exceeds availability, with nearly 25 million children missing out on after-school opportunities (After-School Alliance, […]
Illuminating a Path to a Healthier Community On Lopez Island, we understand that home is more than just a roof over our heads—it’s warmth on a cold night, a place to gather with loved ones, and the foundation for stability and well-being. Unfortunately, with rising costs of utilities, rent, and food, many of our neighbors
Illuminating a Path to a Healthier Community Read More »
A Safe Space for Healing: Heart & Soul Recovery Café “Everyone is in Recovery from Something.” It’s not merely a tagline—it’s the truth, and in some way, that truth connects us all. Life leaves its marks on us, whether from loss, addiction, trauma, or simply the weight of everyday struggles. But no one is meant
A Safe Space for Healing: Heart & Soul Recovery Café Read More »
Prime Time Bilingual Family Reading Program Returns! LIFRC is excited to announce the return of the PrimeTime Bilingual Family Reading Program! This winter, Preschool Families will have the opportunity to gather each week for 6 weeks to promote family engagement and literacy in a warm, supportive environment. During each weekly session, families will come together
PrimeTime Family Reading Program Returns Read More »
An Interview with Rosie Cayou James We are honored to share an interview with Rosie Cayou James, an esteemed Indigenous elder whose wisdom and stories echo the deep connection between people, land, and tradition. LIFRC: Thank you so much for sharing with us today Rosie. To start, could you tell us a little bit
An Interview with Rosie Cayou James Read More »
Youth Prevention work gives communities the power to connect through shared efforts in creating healthy and safe environments for all. Lopez island is no different. We’ve shared previous posts about how LIFRC is leading a community work group to re-establish a Lopez Youth Prevention Coalition (since Lopez’s coalition was dissolved pre-pandemic). LIFRC’s dedicated team is
Youth Voice, Community Prevention Read More »
A Summer in Review: 2024 Summer Camps As summer break draws to a close, we enter a time of transition where the carefree days of camp and sunshine give way to the structured rhythm of the school year. This moment offers a wonderful opportunity to reflect on and celebrate the achievements and growth we’ve witnessed
2024 Summer Camp Recap Read More »
Lopez Indigenous Celebration 2024 was a beautiful intercultural collaboration and an inspiring opportunity to recognize and celebrate the history, culture, and present-day leadership of the Coast Salish tribes. Tribal members from more than 15 sovereign nations came to Lopez Island to share culture, environmental stewardship, history, and delicious food. This year’s celebration coincided with the
3rd Annual Indigenous Celebration Day! Read More »
Standing on the banks of the outer San Juan Islands, the late spring breeze whispers stories of time immemorial. Coast Salish: Land, Sea & Place is a multiyear project of LIFRC made possible by a grant from Office of the Superintendent for Public Instruction (OSPI), administered by WA State Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO). We
Biweekly Updates – Coast Salish: Land, Sea & Place Read More »
Over the course of the last 4 months, the Community Health Workers have been hard at work, connecting with people within the Spanish speaking community, assessing the immediate, and long-term needs, and gaining a deeper understanding of how to foster mental, emotional, and physical health within the Latinx community on Lopez. In case you missed
In the Spotlight: Community Health Workers Read More »
