Next Avenue Logo
Donate
Advertisement

Living

Read the latest Living Articles from Next Avenue.

A man posing next to iterations of his photos as stamps. Next Avenue, retirement stories, becoming an artist in retirement

How a Retiree’s Photograph Wound Up on a Postage Stamp

A Navy veteran and former chemist transformed a long-time interest in photography into an artistic legacy
July 5, 2022
The exterior of the Hand Fan Museum, with colorful window displays. Next Avenue, vintage hand fan collectors

The Ultimate Fan of Fans

A cool hobby combines the passions of an art and history lover
July 5, 2022
Questlove. Next Avenue, summer of soul

Questlove's Summer of Soul

The multi-talented performer talks about bringing the seminal Harlem Cultural Festival footage to light
July 4, 2022
Advertisement
A woman grilling over a fire. BBQ, barbecue, Marie Jean, John, Next Avenue

Marie Jean, a Barbecue Woman Who Built a Freedom Fund

In this excerpt from "Black Smoke: African Americans and the United States of Smoke" by Adrian Miller, the culinary skill of a formerly enslaved woman and entrepreneur is celebrated
July 4, 2022
Two older men sitting next to each other in a living room. Next Avenue, Craig McNamara Robert McNamara

Vietnam: 'Because Our Fathers Lied'

Craig McNamara remembers his famous, vilified father, a former Secretary of Defense
July 4, 2022
An older adult at home being creative with their art. Next Avenue, how to be creative again

Letting Go of My Imperfect Art

Take these steps to heal from a 'creative wound' and learn to embrace your inner artist
June 29, 2022
An older adult woman sitting at home. Next Avenue,

The Novel Way Two Older Women Face Aging

Alice Elliott Dark talks about her new novel 'Fellowship Point' and characters who are 'in control of themselves and active'
June 27, 2022
Two women sitting outside drinking coffee. Next Avenue, Life before Title IX, impact of Title IX

My Sister, Title IX and Me

How passage of the landmark equal-opportunity law 50 years ago shaped the lives of two girls in one family
June 23, 2022
A grandparent being hugged at home by her grandchildren. Next Avenue,

Who Needs a Hug? We All Do.

Hugs can be like an infusion of emotional medicine when we're sad and a burst of celebration when we're happy
June 23, 2022
A woman sitting on a couch with fur pillowcases. Next Avenue, what to do with old fur coats

What to Do with Old Fur Coats?

Consider repurposing, selling, donating or even wearing these vintage pieces
June 22, 2022
A couple kissing on their wedding day. Next Avenue, Marrying married later in life

After 25 Years, We're Finally Married

I decided I was ready, so our entire family came together for a loving celebration
June 21, 2022
A black and white photo of the journalist sitting next to the former president. Next Avenue, LGBTQ history, Washington d.c.

The Under-the-Radar History of LGBT People in Politics in Washington, D.C.

The author of 'Secret City: The Hidden History of Gay Washington' talks about the scandals and stories through the years, and the future of LGBT people in politics
June 21, 2022
An old headshot of a man wearing a U.S. Navy uniform. Next Avenue, father's advice

My Father: The Mensch

A daughter lovingly recalls her late father, including the 'Moishisms' he shared that were his life lessons
June 16, 2022
A close up of Michael Ian Black hugging his son. Next Avenue, A Better Man

Michael Ian Black on Vulnerability, Masculinity and Teaching His Son to Be a Better Man

In an exclusive interview, the actor/comedian discusses his latest book, ‘A Better Man: A (Mostly Serious) Letter to My Son’
June 16, 2022
Two older adults walking arm-in-arm outside. Next Avenue, complicated father's day, fatherless, When you don't have a dad

When Father's Day is Complicated

Father’s Day isn’t always a joyous occasion. Here are expert tips on how to cope.
June 15, 2022
Close up of an older woman's hand writing with a pen. Next Avenue, gay in heterosexual relationship

I'm a Gay Woman in a Heterosexual Marriage

At 43, I fell in love with a woman for the first time. My husband and I have stayed together and redefined our relationship.
June 15, 2022
Paul McCartney wearing headphones in a studio. Next Avenue, Paul McCartney turns 80

At 80, Paul McCartney Shows Us How to Age Gracefully

It's a big 'Birthday' for the 'cute Beatle' who is still happily making music
June 15, 2022
More Stories
Next Avenue LogoMeeting the needs and unleashing the potential of older Americans through media
About Us
Newsletters
Sponsorship
Submissions
Contact Us
©2022 Next AvenuePrivacy PolicyTerms of Use
A nonprofit journalism website produced by:
TPT Logo