Submitted by PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center

Start the new school year on a positive note with a free family-friendly class and mindfulness training session that will help adults and children “ready their minds ” to begin the new school year.

The event will take place from 10:30-11:30 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 8 at the Peace Island Medical Center lobby.

Offered by Leslie Finch, MS, LMFT, a counselor with Health Promotion Northwest, this engaging and relaxing class is intended for all ages, students, their parents and educators.

Learn everyday mindfulness activities to calm your mind and create a positive life outlook.

Immediately following this event, harpist Sophie Baird-Daniel, with the Archipelago Collective, will perform a recital of beautifully arranged, stress-easing music.

Refreshments will be served. This event is open to the public and free to attend.