Tag Archives: changing aging

Overcoming Fear of Technology

EngAGE encourages older people to embrace technology, but it’s not always an easy thing to do, especially when technology changes so rapidly. But an article from NextAvenue explains that, “Between increasingly sensitive design and mushrooming educational offerings for older techno-buffs, … Continue reading

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Worth Repeating: International & Historical Perspective from 1926

“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 4/16/12: Have you ever found yourself wondering what will become of the … Continue reading

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The Power of Music

  Two recent articles discuss the power of music to affect our lives, beyond providing us with enjoyment. Click the links below to earn about how music can help improve everything from brain damage to illiteracy to immune system functioning. 11 Problems Music … Continue reading

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Experience Talks 4/20: George Saunders

Tune in to Experience Talks, our “Radio Magazine for the Experienced Listener.” Saturdays 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time 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 … Continue reading

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Yoga Teacher Fran Miller, 91

“Fran Miller was in her 50s when she became a yoga teacher. That was four decades ago.” Ms. Miller’s teaches for the Los Angeles Recreation and Parks Department. Learn more and see a 2-minute video here.

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Worth Repeating: How You Can Help the National Archives

“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 4/4/12:     Those of us who have been around for awhile usually have … Continue reading

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Central Library Murals Are 80 Years Old

“The rotunda of the Los Angeles Public Library Central Branch is an ornate entrance to the early cultural spirit of the city. The crown is a mosaic pyramid topping the interior dome, and the lobby wears a mural like a … Continue reading

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