Blue Zone Scottsdale Kick off

Scottsdale Vibes

In September of 2022, we had Michelle Pabis of Honor Health talking about the initiative of getting Blue Zones off the ground. In a short time of about 2 years, we’ve gone from initiative to kick off and I’m excited to have Executive Director of Blue Zones Scottsdale Sarah Kearney with us this week. Sarah comes to Blue ZOnes with an EXTENSIVE love of Scottsdale. She held many positions at Experience Scottsdale for over 16 years. She’s held many leadership positions such as Board President for Scottsdale Leadership, Board President for Community Celebrating Diversity, Board Member for Scottsdale Sister Cities, Officer of Membership for Millennials in Travel, and the Vice President of Community Outreach at GiGi’s Playhouse Phoenix/Scottsdale. Seems to only make sense that she lead the Blue Zone initiative for Scottsdale.

Blue Zones Project makes healthy choices easy through permanent and semi-permanent changes to human made surroundings, policies, systems, and social networks. Instead of a focus on individual behavior change (diet and exercise), it improves the places and spaces people spend the most time so healthy choices are easier. It is community-led and focuses on improving the well-being of the entire community. The project seeks to improve the overall well-being of residents, measured by overall physical, social, and emotional health. A higher level of well-being leads to lower healthcare costs, higher productivity, increased economic vitality, and offers benefits for everybody.

Calendar of Events

Hope everyone had a wonderful week of Hanukkah to all who celebrate. My kids are always spoiled and thanks to our community for celebrating with us this week. Last week to get all those last minute Christmas plans from last minute gifts to activities.

Gingerbread House decorating

JW Marriott in Camelback is having a gingerbread making event on Dec. 21 from 3-5 in the lobby. Come and have some fun with the littles and try not to eat the decorations before decorating them!

Santa @ Scottsdale Quarter

Get those last minute gifts and get your picture taken with Santa as there are still slots left through the weekend.

And of course you still have all the lights to go check out from Enchant, Princess and Zoo Lights.

SUBSCRIBE on your Favorite podcast listening app. Find us on IG & FB at Scottsdale Vibes Podcast or check us out on scottsdale vibes dot media. And don’t forget that we are now the proud owners of Scottsdale City Lifestyle magazine where you can read about even more of your favorite community.