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“Still Dreaming” Producer Jilann Spitzmiller Interview for “Art Works” Podcast

We’ve posted in the past both here and on Facebook/Twitter about “Still Dreaming,” Hank Rogerson and Jilann Spitzmiller’s excellent documentary about a group of older Broadway actors, musicians, and dancers who live at the Lillian Booth Actors Home just outside NYC and … Continue reading

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Matching Jerseys for Long-time Sports Fans

Carol and Warren Reckmeyer have been happily married since June 1, 1952, and they love the sport of baseball—so much so that they have matching jerseys celebrating their anniversary. Warren’s jersey has “Together” as the name, and “19” as the … Continue reading

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Worth Repeating: Pico Rivera Photographer George Rodriguez

“Worth Repeating” is a weekly feature on the EngAGE Blog that will bring you previous posts that we think are still timely, interesting, or just plain fun! From 8/ /14: From a recent Whittier Daily News article about photographer George Rodriguez: His … Continue reading

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How Much Exercise Do You Need to Help Keep Your Brain Healthy?

“A small amount of exercise may improve our ability to think as we age, but more may not be better, according to a new study of exercise and cognition.” Read more here.    

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Experience Talks 8/23: Novelist Robert Stone (Part One)

Tune in to Experience Talks, our weekly “Radio Magazine for the Experienced Listener,” on Sundays at 5:00 PM PT on KPFK 90.7 FM Los Angeles, 98.7 FM Santa Barbara, 99.5 China Lake, 93.7 N. San Diego, streaming live online, and … Continue reading

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Could You “Age in Place” in Your Home?

“Much of the attention on America’s rapidly growing aging population is aptly focused on the need for professional, reliable caregivers to help the elderly age in place at home. What we might forget to consider, however, is the equally critical … Continue reading

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Senior Discounts List

If you’re a senior who is living on a tight budget, you’ll appreciate the 2015 Best List of Senior Discounts compiled by The Senior List.  Check out the savings you can pocket on groceries, prescriptions, restaurants, apparel, air lines, car rental, … Continue reading

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