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Delaware and Volunteerism: How Are We Doing?

Volunteerism is a hot topic today. Our President, politician's wives, celeberties, companies like Disney - just about everyone is talking about it. In this article, Sheri Ackerman explores how volunteering is faring in the First State based on the most recent national statistics. It's a mixed report card. Continue Reading

A TV Network Just for Us!

Have you discovered Retirement Living TV? I know what you are thinking, "that can't be for me," but you might be surprised. One of my favorite shows is "What's Next." Traveling the country in their tricked-out RV the "What's Next" team work with people having trouble transitioning from full-time work to a new lifestyle. You wouldn't believe the transformation some exercise, a new job or volunteering can make (check out this video to see what I'm talking about). Then there is "Whole Body Health" an investigation into alternative and complimentary healthcare. "Retired and Wired" is for those of us wanting to make the most of technology in our retirement lifestyles. RLTV has much to offer. Check them out on Comcast channel #175 or visit their website here.

Get Your Culture On!

If it's culture you are looking for, Delaware is the place - really! And just to prove it here are some March events outside of the usual venues you may not have heard about: 

-March 11-13. Another Take, a gay and lesbian film series. Rehoboth Film Society and CAMP Rehoboth. More information.

-March 13. Delaware College of Art and Design Drawing Marathon. Practice your figure drawing with live models and in the company of the faculty and students of the college. More information.

-March 19-21. Wilmington Winter Bluegrass Festival. Indoor concert with 30 bands on two stages. More information.

-March 27. Musica Pacifica Baroque Ensemble. Quartet with recorder, violin, chello and harpischord. Bethel United Methodist Church Hall, Lewes. More information. 

The Joy of a Healthy Brain - October

In this installment of "The Joy of a Healthy Brain" Judith Gupton-Wiley will have you singing and dancing to a tune by Patti Labelle. Can you guess which one? Continue Reading

10 Things You Didn't Know About Baby Boomers

Do you think of boomers as "aging ultraliberal flower children from the 60's?" Surprisingly, it was actually the children of boomers who overwhelming supported Barack Obama in the last election. Boomers were equally divided between the two candidates. How about this one. Did you know that some boomers are planning on moving in with their adult children in order to make ends meet? Find out more about this always unpredictable generation in this recent article from U.S. News and World Report.

Academy's Spring Series Open to the Public

Interested in checking out the University of Delaware's Academy of Lifelong Learning? Here's your chance. Six programs will be offered at the facility in Wilmington as part of the "Spring Performing Arts and Speakers Program 2010." There's drama, musical performances and lectures such as "Is Delaware Architecturally Challenged?" Click "Continue Reading" for a calendar of events. For more information contact the Academy at 573-4417 or email Academy-LL@udel.edu.

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It's Time to Explore Your Future

Have you started asking yourself, "What's next in my life?" If so, you have two opportunities coming up to participate in Coming of Age: Delaware's free workshop series, "Explore Your Future." This four-session, non-financial life planning workshop will help you explore your values, skills and passions as well as the many opportunities in our community for people 50+ to earn, learn and serve. Details appear below:

• February 3, 10, 17, 24, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. GEM (Growth, Education, Mental Fitness), Jewish Family Services of Delaware, 99 Passmore Road, Wilmington, 19803. To register email ksamworth@jfsdelaware.org or call 302-478-9411, x130.
• March 8, 15, 22, 29, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Silverside Church, 2800 Silverside Road, Wilmington, 19810. To register email Deborah.Vandiver@state.de.us or call RSVP at 302-255-9882.

Not To Miss Boomer TV!

If you are a boomer you might want to tune in to Life (Part2), Sundays at 1:30 p.m. on WHYY-TV. Hosted by former New York Times columnist Robert Lipsyte, Life (Part 2) explores how boomers are bringing to aging the same spirit they used to redefine youth in the 60's and 70's. Not a convenient time to watch TV? Then catch all the episodes you have missed by going to the show's website. You will find video on a wide range of subjects such as encore careers, reinvention, dating in mid-life and boomer marriage. You just might get an idea or two that will enrich your second half of life.

Is Loneliness Contagious?

An average person feels lonely about 48 days out of the year but for the lonely, the feeling can be ever present. New research shows that lonely people are attracted to each other and tend to isolate themselves in small groups which compounds their problem. But what is really interesting is the finding that loneliness can spread from person-to-person, up to 3 degrees of separation. And women appear more vulnerable than men to catching it. Click here to learn more about the study and tips on how to stay connected as you age.

Delaware Medical Relief Team Returns from Haiti

On January 20, 2010 a team of 21 Delaware doctors, nurses and other health professionals left for a week of volunteer service in Jacmel, Haiti. The team is back now, exhausted but feeling fulfilled after seeing hundreds of patients and leaving behind a clinic that will serve thousands more in the future. To learn more about these Delaware Heroes click here to read Beth Miller's article in the News Journal. The Delaware Medical Relief Team is also seeking donations and local volunteer help. For more information contact Deep Kahlon at rkahlon@fsortho.com.