Have you noticed that the people most likely to generalize about older adults are younger adults who haven't spent much time with people over 50? We found an interesting story that debunks common myths about aging. (It's good news!)
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If the idea of a “white garden” has always appealed to you, then you'll want to read our garden blogger's tips on capturing that moonlit ambience in your own backyard with plants to enjoy now and next season.
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Retirees, now with diminished fears of COVID and lured by flexible work arrangements, have been pulled back to the job market in hopes of securing more lucrative employment. Online job posting boards help job-seekers to apply for new opportunities. Scammers, however, like to use these online portals, too.
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When it comes to aging and its effect on our brains, one classic change is slowed processing speed. In general, processing speed starts to decline in our mid-20s and more so after our mid-40s. Despite this universal, normal, age-related change, there are still ways to purposefully engage our brains to train for speed.
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When you think you’re ready to retire, Social Security can help you make an informed decision about when to apply for benefits, based on your individual and family circumstances. The best and easiest way to estimate your future Social Security benefits is with a personal "my Social Security" account.
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Events This Week
August 24, 2025 - August 31, 2025
This Week Navigation
August 24 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
The 79th Annual One World Day
August 24 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
The 79th annual One World Day will be held on August 24, 2025!
August 25
Novel Beginnings
August 25
Explore the importance of hooking your reader, introducing your characters and the story problem, and propelling the novel forward.
August 25
Northeast Ohio Encore Chorale - Encore Creativity for Older Adults 55+
August 25
Encore Creativity for Older Adults is the nation’s largest choral arts organization for adults 55 and over.
August 25
Novel Beginnings
August 25
Explore the importance of hooking your reader, introducing your characters and the story problem, and propelling the novel forward.
August 25
Women Artists of the Twentieth Century
August 25
Explore groundbreaking contributions from some of the women artists who reshaped the art world in the 20th century.
August 25
Delicious Discussions
August 25
Discuss new releases on the fourth Monday at downtown Willoughby establishment.
August 26
Drawing Media
August 26
Develop skills in various media and forms of drawing with technique exercises and projects in portraits, perspective, and still life.
August 26
August 26
Women Artists of the Twentieth Century
August 26
Explore groundbreaking contributions from some of the women artists who reshaped the art world in the 20th century.
August 26
Introduction to Qigong
August 26
Learn this mind-body practice that focuses on the integration of life force energy to bring beneficial effects at physical and emotional levels.
August 27
August 27
Castaways
August 27
Meet with fellow fiber artists to work on projects, get ideas and learn from each other.
August 27 @ 4:15 pm - 5:30 pm
Crafts and Conversations with Caprice
August 27 @ 4:15 pm - 5:30 pm
Join us every Wednesday for our craft club.
August 28 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Happy Hour with Artists in Residence from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
August 28 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
August 28
Maple Ridge Senior Living Club Maple
August 28
Mix & mingle with other older adults at Maple Ridge Senior Living Club Maple.
August 28
Thursday Chess - Brecksville
August 28
We play chess every Thursday at Brecksville Panera, starting at 5 pm til closing.
August 28
Crafty Ladies Society
August 28
Like-minded crafters bring their current crocheting or knitting project and enjoy creativity and community.
August 28 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Color Our World with Fruits and Vegetables
August 28 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Every week, East Cleveland Public Library will choose a different color of healthy foods, learning how to cook, prepare, and preserve them.
August 29 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Urban Birding Walk @CLEAquarium
August 29 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join an Aquarium Educator on an Urban Bird Walk.
