Author Archives: EngAGE
Colorado Mayor in Office for Fifty Years
“In these increasingly partisan times, Mayor Virgil Harms, a lifelong Democrat in a sea of Republicans, recently celebrated half a century in office, a job he’s won without spending a dime or sullying a reputation. Having no opponent, of course, … Continue reading
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Featured Resident Artist: Dolly Brittan
Dolly Brittan has been a resident of Burbank Senior Artists Colony since 2009. She teaches Transcendental Meditation, which she has been practicing since she was in her twenties, to residents at BSAC and at The Piedmont in North Hollywood. Below, she shares some of … Continue reading
South Africa: A Reminder from Elders
“Of what is joy made? From where does it spring? Who best knows how to capture it? If I thought I knew the answers to these questions, I got the opportunity to rethink them on a recent trip to … Continue reading
Posted in International Perspective
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You’re Never Too Old to Win an Oscar!
From the LA Times: “Christopher Plummer has already won numerous awards for his turn as a widower who comes out of the closet in ‘Beginners,’ while Max Von Sydow has earned kudos as an elderly man who doesn’t speak in … Continue reading
Posted in Acting, Film/Television
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News from Park Plaza
New instructor Terese incorporates Mediterranean dance moves into the exercise class, to the delight of students! The computer class teaches students the basics, including how to build folders, do research on the Internet, and print photos. Because the instructor, Pauline, … Continue reading
Posted in Community News, Park Plaza
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Life Blossoms and Love Blooms
A belated Valentine’s Day gift: Click here to see a charming video from the LA Jewish Home that demonstrates that “Life does go on and numbers don’t mean a darn thing!”
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News from Andalucia
With new Bingo rules in effect, the game gains popularity. Computer Class: residents are using the computers outside of class, on their own, for the first time! Residents Hour Meeting discusses a new Food Bank in the neighborhood and the Access taxi service. Weekly … Continue reading
Posted in Andalucía, Community News
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