Tag Archives: changing aging
Worth Repeating: The Colorful and *Very* Mixed Media Work of Artist Jean Betancourt
“Worth Repeating” is a weekly feature on the EngAGE Blog that will bring you previous posts that we think are still timely, interesting, or just plain fun! From 7/23/14: Jean Betancourt: “I’m a ‘mixologist’ in the world of art. I … Continue reading
Garrison Keillor Announces Retirement
He left the show once before in 1987, but it didn’t stick. This time, at 73, it seems definite: “Keillor has announced that after next season he will no longer host ‘A Prairie Home Companion’ radio show, which features music, drama … Continue reading
Experience Talks 7/26 @ 5 PM PT: Live Fund Drive Show with Host Dr. Connie Corley
Tune in to Experience Talks, our weekly “Radio Magazine for the Experienced Listener,” on Sundays at 5:00 PM PT 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 … Continue reading
Keith Jarrett and the Art of Improvisation
Keith Jarrett celebrated his 70th birthday this year, as well as the anniversary of an important performance: The Köln Concert, a seminal performance for Jarrett fans, happened 40 years ago. “For Jarrett, inspiration and execution occur almost simultaneously. He doesn’t … Continue reading
Doodling Helps Memories Stick
“. . . something powerful happens when auditory learning is transposed into images. . . [W]hile students take copious notes, they may not be retaining much of what they write down. When a student doodles, on the other hand, he … Continue reading
Gardens Flourish at Dorado and Jasmine Communities
Gardening is an important and enjoyable part of life at EngAGE communities. Thanks to EngAGE V.P. Nancy Goodhart for sending these pictures of the Dorado and Jasmine gardens before, during, and after building; and for sending the note below from gardener … Continue reading
First Boy and Girl to Enter the Gate at Disneyland in 1955
Disneyland celebrated its 60th anniversary on July 17th and a lot of fascinating stories about the beloved theme park are emerging. We’re fond of this one about the first visitors on opening day. “They were supposed to be in Mexico … Continue reading
