Author Archives: EngAGE
Featured Resident Artist: Thomas “Bear” Ramirez
From EngAGE Site Leader Alma Wright: On the weekend of May 11th, the San Bernardino Public Library hosted an art exhibit by the Latino Arts Association. The exhibit featured 8 local Hispanic artists, including Magnolia resident Thomas “Bear” Ramirez, who showcased … Continue reading
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Maps and Stories Help Explore Identity
A recent symposium entitled “Exploring Identity Through The Power of Storytelling,” sponsored by The Music Center and La Plaza de La Cultura y Artes, included a map-making workshop: “Participants in the workshop were asked to reflect on their own community … Continue reading
International Perspective: China
A story of one search for elder care in China: “Although she knocked on the doors of several institutions including the Beijing No 1 Social Welfare Institute, one of the best government-run nursing homes in China, Lyu was told she … Continue reading
United Health Foundation: America’s Health Rankings Senior Report
The 124-page United Health Foundation: America’s Health Rankings Senior Report may seem daunting to read, but it serves an important function: “By assessing the current status of senior health, communities, governments, individuals, and other organizations can build awareness of the breadth of … Continue reading
Worth Repeating: Music Man Murray
“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 6/12/12: Murray Gershenz amassed a collection of hundreds of thousands of recordings … Continue reading
Happy Father’s Day!
“The first Mother’s Day was celebrated in 1914, but a holiday honoring fathers did not become official until 1966, when President Lyndon Johnson declared that the third Sunday in June would be Father’s Day. President Richard Nixon made this proclamation … Continue reading
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Experience Talks Online 6/14: Jeanne Russell
Join us for Experience Talks Online, exclusive podcast interviews posted on our website. Carrying on the same tradition as our KPFK-FM/Pacifica Network syndicated radio show, the podcasts feature talented, creative people with experience worth talking about. Find our podcasts on … Continue reading
