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The balloon toss was a popular event during the Senior Olympics at Brittany Park in Woodinville.

The month of May celebrated several specialty activities: National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, Older American’s Month, and National Senior Health and Fitness Day.

In keeping with its Five-Star Fun philosophy, on May 30 at Brittany Park Retirement Community in Woodinville, Seattle-based Leisure Care hosted area seniors from Everett, Lynnwood, Woodinville, Redmond and Kent for a day of athletic events and informative seminars highlighting the importance of ongoing exercise and healthy activity for people of all ages.

The day’s athletic events, for participants aged 78-94 years young, included: the 4x1 walking relay, a balance challenge, a water balloon toss, mind challenge, an egg & spoon race, putt putt golf tournament, darts, and even electric cart races so that everyone can join in the fun.

A closing medal presentation concluded the day.