Join us to explore influential women in the world of comedy. According to presenter Geoff Kole, comedy ‐ be it theater, film, or stage – is one of the few arenas where all people are treated equally, regardless of gender, race, or religion. “'Are they funny?’ is all that matters,” Kole said. And in this webinar, […]
“Age is Not My Cage” is the catchphrase of Esther Brezinski’s social media presence. With a video that’s gone viral, she’s established herself on platforms including TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. Hear how this endearing mom and grandma is spreading the word about positive aging. She will share her passion for this topic, and the ways social media […]
Once again, we’re taking advantage of a trend where older workers now are sought-after for their wisdom and experience. In this encore presentation, Darcy Bevelacqua, executive recruiter and career coach, focuses on enhancing the 50+ population’s hiring prospects via networking and setting up or improving your LinkedIn profile.
How do we stigmatize being old personally, structurally, and institutionally? Tracey Gendron, Ph.D., author of Ageism Unmasked, will show how ageism is prejudice towards both younger and older people. Through her work, Gendron has inspired people of all ages to embrace aging as our universal and lifelong process of developing over time — biologically, psychologically, socially, and […]
Meet Martha Blackwelder, a former nonprofit CEO who raised tens of millions for museums, raised buildings from the ground up, a curator and Asian art aficionado. Along with the satisfying accomplishments of nonprofit leadership came great stress, overwork, and the depletion of joy. One exhausting workday triggered an awakening, and she knew what she needed […]
Designed for people who are curious, love nature, and want to get outside and meet new people, this unique Scavenger Hunt takes you on a wild and wonderful course through Central Park. You’ll encounter pristine gardens, military monuments, and deep forests. Just to make things a bit more lively, you’ll have the opportunity to dress up in colorful boas, crazy glasses, and hats. A few […]
For People 50+: Be Inspired To Live with Passion & Purpose Through the Explore Your Future Workshop! Explore Your Future gives you invaluable tools to plan the next chapter in life through an inspiring and engaging two-session virtual workshop. Each of the 90-minute sessions of this Coming of Age program – led by trained facilitators – builds upon the […]
Art professional Halima Taha is living the life she imagined. Her experience in the art world – ranging from curatorial, advisory, appraisal, strategic planning, and professional speaking services to developing corporate, academic, and civic programs and audiences – has prepared her to consult worldwide. To be a world traveler, a great income is not required, […]
For People 50+: Be Inspired To Live with Passion & Purpose Through the Explore Your Future Workshop! Online | via Zoom Explore Your Future gives you invaluable tools to plan the next chapter in life through an inspiring and engaging two-session virtual workshop. Led by a trained facilitator, each 90-minute session of this Coming of Age program builds upon the other to identify where […]
For People 50+: Be Inspired To Live with Passion & Purpose Through the Explore Your Future Workshop! In-person Explore Your Future gives you invaluable tools to plan the next chapter in life through an inspiring and engaging three-session in-person workshop. Led by a trained facilitator, each two-hour session of this Coming of Age program builds upon the other to identify where you are in your […]
A native of Australia, James Saftich, migrated to the United States in 2000 and made a name for himself in the field of direct marketing when catalog marketing was a huge segment of the retail industry. He turned away from marketing when web and email privacy issues began taking center stage. But what did he turn towards? […]
The 2022 International Book Award for Best General Nonfiction has just been awarded to American Schism: How the Two Enlightenments Hold the Secret to Healing Our Nation by Seth David Radwell. As Radwell eloquently presents in the book, our democracy is in crisis today and will remain so as long as we allow the extreme ends of […]
Using current science to present old age as a potentially happy, creative, and productive time, Priscilla Long offers lifestyle guidelines to improve your chances of a satisfying old age. Numerous models – including many elders active in the arts – illustrate the possibilities. Long is the author of the forthcoming book, Dancing with the Muse in Old Age, which […]
Most of us want to avoid muscle loss (sarcopenia), slow bone replacement (osteopenia), frailty, and a loss of balance and coordination. Why think of being older as having serious health problems, using multiple pharmaceuticals, losing independence, or having a miserable late-in-life experience? There is a way around what the medical profession dubs “the sick aging […]
Join us to meet Dr. Rosanne Leipzig, M.D., Ph.D., who has thought about aging for over 35 years. Her new book, Honest Aging: An Insider's Guide to the Second Half of Life (Hopkins Press/January 2023), argues that "How you react to age-related change determines how you will live." As the Gerald and May Ellen Ritter […]
Isn’t it Time To Kick it up a Notch or Two? FREE | In-Person | New York City Come join Angela Fiorentino, beauty and image consultant, president of Camouflage Coiffures, at this in-person seminar. Angela’s goal is to help men and women find, “fine-tune” or completely change their image —without losing the “core” of who they are. She […]
For People 50+: Be Inspired To Live with Passion & Purpose Through the Explore Your Future Workshop! Online | via Zoom Explore Your Future gives you invaluable tools to plan the next chapter in life through an inspiring and engaging two-session virtual workshop. Led by a trained facilitator, each 90-minute session of this Coming of Age program builds upon the other to identify […]
For People 50+: Be Inspired To Live with Passion & Purpose at the 3-Session Explore Your Future Workshop! In-person Explore Your Future gives you invaluable tools to plan the next chapter in life through an inspiring and engaging, three-session, in-person workshop. Led by a trained facilitator, each two-hour session of this Coming of Age program builds upon the other to identify where you are […]
In this webinar, we’ll exercise for 20-25 minutes using the Essentrics technique, a dynamic stretch workout for all fitness levels. Essentrics offers a simple-yet-challenging approach to movement that stretches and strengthens the body, gently rebalancing all 650 muscles and reducing the fascia adhesions that cause stiffness, soreness, and imbalances that can lead to injury. Join […]
There’s a lot of buzz about longevity these days, with medical experts and social scientists exploring a wide range of factors that impact life expectancy. We know that our heart is at the center of extending our lifestyles but what secrets can it share? Renowned longevity expert Scott Fulton with journalist Ron Roel discuss the […]
Hear from Jacob Cramer about his nonprofit Love For Our Elders, inspired by his grandpa, which fights loneliness with love in senior communities. Since 2013, they’ve served more than 250,000 seniors through a letter-writing campaign, sharing seniors’ stories, and in-person volunteering. Jacob Cramer is the founder and executive director of Love For Our Elders. He is a 2022 graduate […]
For People 50+: Be Inspired To Live with Passion & Purpose Through the Explore Your Future Workshop! Online | via Zoom Explore Your Future gives you invaluable tools to plan the next chapter in life through an inspiring and engaging two-session virtual workshop. Led by a trained facilitator, each 90-minute session of this Coming of Age program builds upon the other to identify where […]
Women over 50 often complain about feeling invisible, less empowered, or diminished. As we get older, we should feel stronger, more confident, and empowered. Join host Martha Blackwelder for a chat with author Paula Marie Usrey about her recent book that addresses these hurdles, Refusing to Be Invisible: Life Planning Empowerment Strategies for Women 50+. Ms. Blackwelder and Ms. Usrey will […]
Awe is an emotion we experience when we're filled with wonder or amazement. Researchers define awe as the human response to experiences that transcend the way we typically perceive the world. These moments generate a sense of wonder or an experience of mystery. The science is clear: a life filled with “awe moments” is beneficial […]