Too popular for their own good? The country's most popular parks are limiting visitors to manage crowd control. So, if you want to see the sunrise at Acadia National Park or the towering redwoods in Muir Woods, you'll need reservations. Parks have been slammed with tourists, creating crowded parking lots, traffic jams and general craziness during peak travel times. ...

The good news is that the friends we make in our 60s are likely to be a good fit. By now, we’re comfortable with who we are and what we need in our lives. We’ve spent a lifetime making friends and we know how it works. ...

We're tearing apart flower beds, planting vegetables and descending upon local nurseries like ants on a Popsicle stick. While our reward is dirty kness, sore muscles and a bountiful harvest in a few months, researchers have quantified other benefits: it's good for our bones, too. ...

This summer, as airline flights get bumped and reshuffled, and staffing at resorts is iffy, a travel agent just may be your best travel partner. We found a story from AAA Travel about what a travel agent can do for you the next time you start your vacation planning. ...

Maybe it's my age, but several friends lately are dealing with cataracts. At my last eye exam, the optometrist gave me an unexpected compliment, saying I had "young eyes." The reason? I wear sunglasses year-round both on sunny and cloudy days which not only makes it easier for me to see, but also protects my eyes from the long-term effects of sun damage. ...

From now through early fall, farmers markets in the greater Cleveland/Akron area are in full swing. It’s the best time to stock your fridge and pantry with fresh, seasonal produce, meats, baked goods and more from local producers. Click through for a handy list of farmers markets throughout Northeast Ohio, organized by county. ...

It seems like word games have grown in popularity over the years. They’re a fun and easy way to stay entertained and mentally sharp. Northeast Ohio Boomer magazine runs a brain game in each issue. Our resident expert on maintaining a healthy aging brain through games is Kathleen Kilpatrick, who creates and shares them with our readers. She includes helpful tips and other simple activities that improve brain function and memory. ...

Local Social Security offices will restore in-person services, including for people without an appointment, on Thursday, April 7, 2022. Kilolo Kijakazi, Acting Commissioner of the Social Security Administration, made this announcement following a period of COVID-19 precautions that had kept Social Security offices closed for several months. ...