Category Archives: Community News
Community Photo Albums: July
Mid-summer activities included a visit from a jazz band; making wire jewelry and bead work; writing poetry; gardening; art shows; learning the importance of taking your blood pressure; making decoupaged wooden holders for pencils or knick-knacks, and painted wooden spoons … Continue reading
Community Photo Albums: June
We have a very large collection of photos this month! Activities at our communities included water aerobics, presentation of an old-fashioned melodrama, a family traditions potluck, Father’s Day & Grandchildren’s Day celebrations, presentations by the LA County Mental and Health … Continue reading
Community Highlights: June – The Making of a Quilt at The Magnolia
Thanks to Site Leader and art teacher Alma Wright at The Magnolia at Highlands for sending these photos and the wonderful stories that were gathered in interviews conducted by Lauren Wright (see her bio below). Keep reading to learn about a group … Continue reading
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“Still Dreaming” Documentary Test Screening at NoHo SAC – Public Invited!
See the “Still Dreaming” Documentary Test Screening: Monday, July 29th, 7:00 p.m. Reserve your free tickets by calling the NoHo Senior Arts Colony at 866-255-1124. In addition to the screening, the evening will feature a talk-back with director Hank Rogerson, the … Continue reading
NoHo SAC and BSAC Featured on NPR’s Morning Edition
We’re pleased that EngAGE’s NoHo SAC and BSAC are featured in this story on NPR’s Morning Edition: Seniors Flex Creative Muscles In Retirement Arts Colonies “Some famous writers, painters and musicians have done some of their best work in … Continue reading
News from the Team: Cynthia Friedlob in NoHO SAC Art Show Opening June 9th
The hand-colored photographs of fine artist Cynthia Friedlob will be featured in an upcoming art show at the NoHo Senior Arts Colony. Cynthia is Websites/Social Media Manager for EngAGE and a Producer/Host for Experience Talks Online. Hand-coloring is the traditional way that color was … Continue reading
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Community Highlights: May
Be sure to see our Community Photo Albums post today, too! The very active intergenerational program at The Piedmont connects senior resident volunteers and neighborhood 5th grade students to create art, history and socio-cultural community projects. The current project focuses on potting … Continue reading
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