Tag Archives: changing aging

Take the Gen2Gen Summer Challenge!

From our friends at Encore.org: Want to learn more about how adults 50+ can take a stand for youth this summer? Reserve your spot now for an interactive session on 5/22 at 1pm PT, hosted by the Generation to Generation … Continue reading

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Ageism in Humor

Elderblogger Ronni Bennett recently wrote a post about how frustrating it is to see ageist humor go unchallenged. The kinds of jokes that are made at the expense of older people would be considered racist, sexist, and otherwise insensitive if … Continue reading

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How to Discover That You’re an Artist – Even If You Think You Aren’t

EngAGE encourages self-discovery and it’s always a special joy when that discovery involves the arts. Read Barbara Twardowski’s Next Avenue article entitled, “8 Tips to Become a Painter at Any Age: Practical advice for getting started from a happy late-in-life painter, … Continue reading

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Design and Technology Can Help Older People Stay in Their Homes

From the article, “Elder tech: The next level in age‑friendly housing,” by Michael J. Berens: “Builders have come a long way from the days when putting in a ramp, some grab bars and maybe a wheel-chair accessible bathroom was regarded as … Continue reading

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Tim Carpenter in Amsterdam – April 2017

From Tim: Feeling grateful. Visiting this great city/country for the Stanton Fellowship supported by The Durfee Foundation (Claire Peeps and Carrie Avery, my thanks and friendship to you), learning so much about what it means to be an elder, to … Continue reading

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Experience Talks: On Hiatus for the KPFK May Fund Drive

Tune in to Experience Talks, our weekly “Radio Magazine for the Experienced Listener,” on  KPFK 90.7 FM Los Angeles, 98.7 FM Santa Barbara, 99.5 China Lake, 93.7 N. San Diego, streaming live online and now syndicated on up to 100 … Continue reading

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News from ACE/121: Grand Opening and Resident Art Exhibit

Please join us for the ACE/121 GRAND OPENING and RESIDENT ART EXHIBIT! Opening Reception and Performances CIVITAS Community Creators THURSDAY, MAY 25 6:00 – 9:00 PM CIVITAS is the inaugural exhibit of ACE/121, an arts-focused affordable housing project and gallery. CIVITAS … Continue reading

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