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Musicians Bring Healing to LA’s Homeless

Music was violinist Vijay Gupta's lifeline; now he's offering hope to others

JANUARY 18, 2019 | By Jeffrey Brown, PBS NewsHour

Losing Herself in Art and Finding Joy

A lifetime of challenges has never slowed the author's spirited mother

JANUARY 17, 2019 | By Donna Trump

A Return to The Age of Aquarius

Theatre 55 stages 'Hair' with those who lived it

JANUARY 15, 2019 | By Julie Pfitzinger

Cultivating Curiosity at Any Age

Lifelong Learning

Lifelong learning programs let you take classes you wish you had in college

JANUARY 14, 2019 | By Debbie Musser

Self-Help Books for People Who Hate Self-Help

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Novels to help you handle the stress of politics, relationships, work, money and health

JANUARY 11, 2019 | By Terena Bell

You’re Never Too Old, Busy or Rusty to Make Music

It may take less time than you think and bring you joy

JANUARY 8, 2019 | By Amy Nathan

Listen In: StoryCorps Conversations On Creativity

Teachers and artists 55+ talk about inspiration and fulfillment

JANUARY 4, 2019 | By Julie Pfitzinger

45 of Our Favorite New Year’s Toasts

New Year's Toasts

Celebrate the new year with these delightful, thoughtful and funny toasts

DECEMBER 31, 2018 | By Heidi Raschke

Next Avenue Editors’ Picks of 2018

Our best essays, how-to guides and feature stories from the past year

DECEMBER 28, 2018 | By The Editors

Our Most Popular Stories of 2018

The Next Avenue articles you read most this year

DECEMBER 26, 2018 | By The Editors

Finding Wisdom in the Arts

Wisdom in the Arts

Strategies for cultivating creativity and brain sharpness in later years

DECEMBER 20, 2018 | By Francine Toder

Virtual Reality Offers the Ability to ‘Travel’

Virtual Reality

MyndVR and Visual are improving quality of life for those with limited mobility

DECEMBER 19, 2018 | By Kelsey Ogletree

A Penny Marshall for Your Thoughts

To honor the late Penny Marshall, Next Avenue is republishing this story about her life

DECEMBER 18, 2018 | By Leah Rozen

The Satisfying Art of Printmaking

This intriguing creative pursuit resists perfection

DECEMBER 13, 2018 | By Patricia Corrigan

Give Your Grandchild a Memorable Holiday Gift

Here's a roundup of ideas for building relationships with all ages

DECEMBER 12, 2018 | By Julie Pfitzinger

Magical Memories of Broadway with Mom

Her love for seeing shows in New York has passed through the generations

DECEMBER 10, 2018 | By Randi Mazzella

My First Concert: John Lennon’s Last

In 1974, 20,000 people including this writer attended a historic show

DECEMBER 5, 2018 | By Robin Eileen Bernstein

A Childhood Visit to Macy’s Santaland

When her daughter was young, the author learned about suspending disbelief

DECEMBER 4, 2018 | By Lauren Shapiro

Dreaming of Dancing With Twyla Tharp

Seeking a moment in the spotlight, this 70-year-old author takes a chance

NOVEMBER 26, 2018 | By Angela Bonavoglia

A Filmmaker Honors His Father’s Last Days

How the very personal 'Nothing to Do' became this director's second act

NOVEMBER 21, 2018 | By Julie Pfitzinger

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