October may shout out orange and black, but it's been also claimed as a pink month.  Pink, that is, in breast cancer awareness month. 

Our stores are proud to help get the word out this month about an important program: Ask Us!

Ask Us! is a program that offers women ages 40-64, with little or no insurance and limited income, the possibility of receiving a free mammogram.  Through the Breast, Cervical and Colon Health Program, there are also some free services available.  These include clinical breast exams, pap tests, diagnostic tests if needed and colon health screening.

How to access this?  It's easy:  we have brochures in our stores with phone numbers around the state.  Just a quick call to learn more and see if you're eligible:  it's 1-888-438-2247.  (There are also numbers for specific areas, such as Whatcom and Skagit County: 1-888-651-8931; see brochure for other counties.)

This program is paid for by the Washington State Department of Health, Washington Cares About Cancer, Susan G Komen For the Cure, and the American Cancer Society, among others.

Why are we spreading the word about this important program?  We have women team members, women customers, women family members, all of whom should be able to take advantage of a potentially life-saving procedure, a mammogram.  If you think you or someone you know could benefit from this, please call today.

Look for "Pink" Foods During October, Like Chuckanut Bay Cheesecake

You will probably notice several foods with pink ribbon imprints during October.  Many manufacturers take advantage of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and donate a percentage of certain product sales to cancer groups.

One of these you'll find is Chuckanut Bay Foods.  When you purchase any Chuckanut Bay Foods cheesecake in October, the company will make a donation to the Susan G. Komen For the Cure organization.  You can enjoy a delicious dessert and make a contribution in the fight against breast cancer.