Category Archives: Learning
News from Metro Chinatown: ESL Bingo
When does EngAGE like Bingo? When it’s ESL Bingo! Turning the game into a way to learn English as a second language makes it quite a worthwhile experience. Instructor Laura Martos teaches ESL at The Metro at Chinatown Senior Lofts … Continue reading
Posted in Community News, Learning, Metro Chinatown
Tagged changing aging, creative aging
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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
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
Posted in Art/Architecture, Community News, Learning, Music, Piedmont
Tagged changing aging, creative aging
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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.
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
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
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
