Author Archives: EngAGE

Palace Theater in LA Celebrates 100th Anniversary

Posted on September 6, 2011 by EngAGE

The Palace Theater in downtown Los Angeles celebrated its 100th anniversary in June with an extensive renovation. From the LA Times article: “The polished marble near the entrance gleamed, and the gold leaf around the giant pastoral murals that flank … Continue reading →

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News from Casa Bonita

Posted on September 5, 2011 by EngAGE

Casa Bonita residents recently enjoyed a festive Luau Party and a trip to the Hungtington Farmer’s Market where they took advantage of the Veggie Voucher Program thanks to Hunger Action Los Angeles! (You can see many more pictures on Gloria Tinajero’s terrific … Continue reading →

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Experience Talks 9/3: Kevin Flynn and Marc Freedman

Posted on September 1, 2011 by EngAGE

Tune in to Experience Talks, our “Radio Magazine for the Experienced Listener.” Summer schedule: Saturdays 6:00 to 7:00 a.m. Pacific Time on KPFK 90.7 FM Los Angeles, 98.7 FM Santa Barbara, 99.5 China Lake, 93.7 N. San Diego, streaming live … Continue reading →

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“Living Books”

Posted on August 31, 2011 by EngAGE

  From CTV News in British Columbia: “The new $36-million central library in Surrey, B.C. is shaking things up with a selection of volunteer ‘living books’ who’ll be loaned out to hold conversations with visitors. “Librarian Ravi Basi, one of … Continue reading →

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Memory Loss

Posted on August 30, 2011 by EngAGE

Click on the links below to read two informative articles about Alzheimer’s and memory loss: Five Signs of Alzheimer’s That Sometimes Show Up Before Memory Loss Eight Causes of Memory Loss That Aren’t Alzheimer’s  

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News from The Grove

Posted on August 29, 2011 by EngAGE

The Grove Senior Apartments in Garden Grove marked an historic occasion today: during its new Second Harvest food distribution program, several residents (including some who volunteer to distribute food to other residents) negotiated their first “service exchange,” offering one hour … Continue reading →

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News from Burbank Senior Artists Colony

Posted on August 28, 2011 by EngAGE

On July 23rd, Sally Connors, a BSAC resident, along with Lilia Krisak and Liliana Yepez-Connors presented a “Concert of Songs of the Ages” at BSAC. The evening was a great success and the appreciative audience demanded multiple encores! Contributed by Eugene Schklair

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