Category Archives: Learning

Connecting with Others When You’re Homebound

Two great advantages of living in an EngAGE Community are (1) you and your neighbors share an interest in creativity, and (2) you have the opportunity to participate in stimulating classes and special events right there on site. But what can … Continue reading

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News from Piedmont

Black History Month (February):  This annual educational event is coordinated by Piedmont residents and enjoyed by all. Traditional African American cuisine is prepared and served. Event Focus: African American contributions to American music genres. At the end of the presentations, … Continue reading

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EngAGE Featured in New York Times: “Using the Arts to Promote Healthy Aging”

  We’re pleased to be featured in “Using the Arts to Promote Healthy Aging,” an article by Jane E. Brody, who writes about health and aging for the New York Times.    

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Next Avenue: How to Take Creative Risks After 50

Our friends at Next Avenue shared a podcast on a topic dear to EngAGE: being creative, no matter what your age. Click here to hear these stories from blogger Chris Farrell, “Unretirement Expert”: Listen to the story of Iris Shiraishi, … Continue reading

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The Value of Elders: Saving a Language from Extinction

This fascinating short documentary (9:35) tells the story of Marie Wilcox, the last fluent speaker of the Wukchumni language, and the dictionary she created in an effort to keep her language alive. Without her efforts, it would have been lost forever. … Continue reading

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Aroha Philanthropies: “Mastering the Art of Teaching Adults”

EngAGE Founder and Executive Director Tim Carpenter shared this excellent, inspiring video from Aroha Philanthropies, a generous supporter of EngAGE that is facilitating the expansion of our programming to the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. The video features, among others, EngAGE C.O.O. … Continue reading

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Cantabria/Asturius: English Conversation

Instructor Jean Richie teaches grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary to interested residents whose first language is not English. The class members converse with each other in order to become more comfortable speaking English, and Jean makes suggestions to correct any grammatical … Continue reading

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