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  • Free COVID Rapid Home Kits now available in all States

    Jan 20, 2022, 14:08 by Samuel Shinn
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  • Saturday, October 23 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

    Oct 21, 2021, 15:51 by Mitch Markovich, RN
    National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is taking place on Saturday, October 23rd from 10a.m. to 2p.m. at various locations across Skagit County.
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  • Featured on Microsoft: Singing on Teams

    Dec 1, 2020, 10:40 by Samuel Shinn

    As the COVID-19 pandemic forces social distancing, the Samish Indian Nation has embraced the use of technology like Microsoft Teams to stay connected and keep our traditions alive.

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    How a scattered Indian nation kept its songs alive when it couldn’t sing face-to-face

    Article Written by Bill Briggs, Published by Microsoft on October 12, 2020


    Photo by Dan DeLong

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  • Samish Housing at 34th Street

    Apr 27, 2020, 10:21 by User Not Found
    The Samish Planning Department has been working on the Tribe's first housing effort at the intersection of 34th Street and D Ave in Anacortes. See our project webpage at www.samishtribe.nsn.us/34th-street-housing.
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  • A Visit from Equinox Research & Consulting

    Dec 23, 2019, 10:22 by Chelángen
    Kelly Bush from Equinox Research and Consulting, Inc. gave a lunchtime show and tell about basketry found
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  • Vaccine Protection for Adult Tribal Members

    Dec 23, 2019, 09:51 by Mitch Markovich, RN
    Vaccines and the diseases they prevent are a very important part of your health care. This article lists and explains some of the more recommended vaccines for adults throughout their lives.
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  • International Stand Up to Bullying Day – November 15, 2019

    Nov 14, 2019, 11:02 by Cultural Connections
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  • Announcing 2019 the Samish Diabetes and Wellness Gathering

    Apr 12, 2019, 11:05 by Mitch Markovich
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  • HHS Moving to Fidalgo Bay

    Mar 28, 2019, 10:39 by Ryan Walters
    Expanding the Tribe’s presence on Fidalgo Bay, the Samish Indian Nation’s Health and Human Services Department is moving into a new space adjacent to Cap Sante Marina and Seafarers’ Memorial Park in Anacortes.
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  • Security and Privacy in the Connected Home Stay cyber-safe with your Internet of Things (IoT) devices!

    Dec 13, 2018, 16:43 by User Not Found
    Did you ever wonder what it would be like to have smart home? You could remotely change the temperature in your house, you could tell your lights to come on, or ask your refrigerator if you need to get milk at the grocery store, all from your smart home device or smartphone. You could play video games and access all your streaming services from one device, or know who is at your door from your connected doorbell. The Internet of Things (IoT) is introducing these features into our homes by rapidly applying connectivity to everyday appliances and home features. As IoT devices become a part of our daily lives, and likely will become part of many more homes as holiday gifts, we need to take a look at the security risks and privacy concerns this smart technology introduces into our lives.
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  • The 2018-2019 Flu Vaccine: Protection for You and Your Loved Ones

    Oct 3, 2018, 11:14 by Mitch Markovich, RN
    For the 2018-2019 influenza season, the CDC recommends routine annual vaccination with any licensed age-appropriate flu vaccine for all persons 6 months and older who do not have contraindications. Yearly vaccination is the single best way to protect yourself and your loved ones from seasonal influenza.
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  • Avoiding Many Types of Malware

    Sep 11, 2018, 15:23 by User Not Found
    We all know it happens – computers crash, malware infects them, or somebody downloads that cool, new program that crashes everything! While there are many tips and tricks of great value for preventing your devices and data from being compromised, it is important to also have a backup of your information in case something goes wrong!
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  • Want to keep your data? Back it up!

    Aug 9, 2018, 14:09 by User Not Found
    We all know it happens – computers crash, malware infects them, or somebody downloads that cool, new program that crashes everything! While there are many tips and tricks of great value for preventing your devices and data from being compromised, it is important to also have a backup of your information in case something goes wrong!
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  • Health Alert Updates

    Jul 19, 2018, 11:06 by Samish Public Health Services
    There have been several FDA and CDC warnings recently. These include Kellog's Honey Smacks cereal, an outbreak of Cyclosporiasis related to McDonald's salads, and a salmonella warning regarding raw turkey products.
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  • Sun, Sand, and Cybersecurity

    Jul 6, 2018, 23:59 by User Not Found
    This month, in partnership with the National Cyber Security Alliance, we aim to provide some valuable tips on staying cyber safe while heading on a summer vacation. Whether you are out exploring or relaxing, it is important to strive to be as secure as possible with your digital devices and information.
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  • Have a Safe and Healthy Summer

    Jun 19, 2018, 11:18 by Mitch Markovich
    With summer now officially here and the temperatures heating up, no doubt your thoughts are turning to summer outdoor activities. Here are some suggestions to help you stay safe and healthy while enjoying the warm weather this summer:
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  • How to Spot Phishing Messages Like a Pro

    Jun 18, 2018, 23:59 by User Not Found
    When a user falls for a phishing message, the malicious actor achieves their purpose of getting the victim to hand over sensitive information such as login names and passwords. Though we count on technologies and controls to minimize threats, phishing exploits users through social engineering, which allows the malicious actors to side step these protections.
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  • Reducing your Information Footprint

    May 14, 2018, 16:30 by User Not Found
    While spring cleaning your home and, if you’re like me, the top of your desk, consider also cleaning up your information footprint. Your information footprint is how much information about you is recorded and available in both digital and paper formats.
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  • Securing Devices by Making Simple Changes

    Apr 19, 2018, 15:41 by User Not Found
    Many people may not consider their connected devices to be a security threat, but they absolutely can be. One of the issues with such devices is that many of them do not come configured with security in mind and connecting an unsecure device to your network is like leaving the back door to your house unlocked as it gives attackers access to your personal information.
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  • 12th Annual Samish Diabetes Healthy Heart Conference and Wellness Gathering

    Mar 23, 2018, 09:49 by Mitch Markovich
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Harvest Fest (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Come celebrate the season of Píxwel (fall) with a shared meal at Fidalgo Bay Resort.

Dates: 02 – 02 Nov, 2024

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Putting Away Paddles (Anacortes)

Anacortes,

Join Samish Canoe Family at Fidalgo Bay Resort to celebrate the end of our 2024 season!

Dates: 02 – 02 Nov, 2024

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Beaded Ornament Class (online)


Learn to make a beaded ornament for the holidays.

Dates: 04 – 04 Nov, 2024

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming in a group 7-week class series.

Dates: 07 – 07 Nov, 2024

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Book Club: Jesintel (online)


Join us for a discussion of “Jesintel: Living Wisdom from Coast Salish Elders” by Children of the Setting Sun Productions.

Dates: 12 – 12 Nov, 2024

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Samish Elders Chat & Learn - Caring for Yourself When You Have Arthritis


Samish Elders will learn about arthritis and self-care.

Dates: 14 – 14 Nov, 2024

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Community Dinner (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Come to gather over a shared community dinner.

Dates: 21 – 21 Nov, 2024

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming in a group 7-week class series.

Dates: 21 – 21 Nov, 2024

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Drumming Group (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Learn Coast Salish singing and drumming in a group 7-week class series.

Dates: 05 – 05 Dec, 2024

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Christmas Party (Anacortes)

Anacortes, WA

Join us at Fidalgo Bay Resort for the Annual Samish Christmas Party!

Dates: 07 – 07 Dec, 2024

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Book Club: Haboo (online)


Join us for a discussion of “Haboo: Native American Stories from Puget Sound” by Vi Hilbert.

Dates: 10 – 10 Dec, 2024

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Virtual Christmas Party (online)


Join us virtually for a multi-generational gathering with holiday bingo, giveaways, and more!

Dates: 13 – 13 Dec, 2024

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