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Patricia Corrigan

Patricia Corrigan is a professional journalist, with decades of experience as a reporter and columnist at a metropolitan daily newspaper, and also a book author. She has written for Next Avenue since February 2015. Read more from Patricia at latetothehaight.blogspot.com.

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The Books of Summer Span Many Genres

New biographies, fantasy, memoir, sci-fi, fiction, mysteries and more are in bookstores now
May 20, 2024
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Six Lessons Learned from My ‘Other Mothers’ 

How ‘substitute’ moms enriched my life before and after I lost my own mother
May 7, 2024
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One ‘Tough Broad’ Urges Older Women to Embrace Outdoor Adventures

Caroline Paul’s new book, 'Tough Broad,' cites the value of stepping out of your comfort zone
March 5, 2024
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Unexpected Career Pivots Can Lead to Job Satisfaction

Creative thinking and a willingness to learn new skills helped two Bay Area artisans navigate career changes
February 20, 2024
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San Francisco Museum of Modern Art to Showcase Works by Artists With Disabilities

The exhibit at SFMOMA will feature paintings and more by self-taught individuals nurtured at three nonprofit Bay Area art centers
February 13, 2024
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The National Museum of Women in the Arts Revels in Its Renovation

Institution in Washington, D.C. is 'both a museum and a megaphone'
January 4, 2024
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Eleven Women Photographers Reveal Our ‘Unfiltered Connection’ to the Natural World

'Seeing It All,' a new book from the California Academy of Sciences, showcases breathtaking images of beauty and of peril
December 8, 2023
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California Cities Offer Performing, Visual and Culinary Arts Experiences

Find classes in international folk dance, painting, cooking and more
December 5, 2023
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Two Wooded Isles Off Maine's Craggy Coasts Beckon Artists and Makers

Mount Desert Island harbors an arts center; Deer Isle is home to a respected crafts school
November 20, 2023
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Creative Forces Network Funds Free Therapeutic Arts Programs for Veterans

Two U.S. Cabinet departments partner with a federal arts agency and community arts engagement programs for vets and their families across the country
November 9, 2023
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A Bounty of New Books Just in Time for Holiday Gift-Giving

Choose from celebrity memoirs, mysteries, joyful essays, histories, volumes on the natural world or self-help from Oprah
October 27, 2023
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Aging Rockers Get Satisfaction on Stage

Musicians in an all-women band and two solo keyboardists express their lifelong love for music well into their 60s
October 26, 2023
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The Arts Thrive in These Nebraska Communities

Lincoln, Omaha, Red Cloud and Scottsbluff are among the hot spots
October 18, 2023
A man holding a mic on stage with his arms wide open. Next Avenue

Making Time for Awe and Laughter Enhances Life

San Francisco author Allen Klein, 85, shares his philosophy far and wide
October 16, 2023
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Arts in Hawaii Celebrate Native Culture, Natural Landscape

Workshops on the Big Island and in ‘upcountry’ Northern Maui draw locals and visitors
September 26, 2023
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Making Music, Writing Poetry and Painting in Scenic Door County

On this Wisconsin peninsula, classes in pottery, glassmaking and photography are abundant
September 13, 2023
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UNESCO's 'Creative Cities' Network Includes Nine in the U.S.

Cities are hailed for their focus on culture, resilience and sustainability  
August 28, 2023
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The Marine Mammal Center Rescues, Treats and Releases Injured Animals

Volunteers at this California site educate beachgoers, visitors about sea creatures and ocean conservation
August 25, 2023
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1,600 Reasons to Celebrate

The National Day Calendar founder Marlo Anderson promotes looking at ‘the bright side’ every day
August 7, 2023
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Arts, Culture and Natural Beauty Characterize Sitka, Alaska

Native Alaskan artisans and others honor the storied city’s past and present
July 19, 2023
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Summertime Reading: No Passport Required

No need to pack and no airport delays when you take these literary trips around the world
June 28, 2023
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Vermont Cities Boast Vibrant Arts, Culture Scenes

Learn homesteading skills, woodworking, cheese-making and (whee!) circus arts
June 16, 2023
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Summer Festivals Are Abundant in Communities Across the Country

Arts, crafts, music, dance and culinary specialties draw locals and visitors alike
May 23, 2023
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Creativity Abounds in North Carolina and South Carolina

In a variety of classes, gifted artisans teach traditional and contemporary skills
April 26, 2023
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A Milwaukee Apartment Complex Where Multiple Generations Thrive

At Trinity Woods, residents of all ages, including retired School Sisters of Notre Dame, are creating a community with 'purpose and meaning'
April 25, 2023
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Engage With the Arts to Live Happier — and Possibly Longer

'Your Brain on Art' explores the intersection of art and science
April 21, 2023
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New Mexico Communities Embrace the Arts

Communities large and small in ‘The ‘Land of Enchantment’ offer an abundance of classes, workshops and retreats
March 29, 2023
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Famed Arts Organizations in Brooklyn and New York City Foster Creativity

BRIC Arts Media and The 92nd Street Y, New York nourish lifelong learners across the country
March 16, 2023
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Embracing New Habits and Choices After Retirement

Assess your situation repeatedly, and adapt accordingly
March 3, 2023
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Creative Aging: Finding a New Spark

Four women tweak their routines, embrace new beginnings and get their creative juices flowing
February 21, 2023
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The Arts Flourish in Rural Minnesota

The legendary Grand Marais Art Colony in northern Minnesota and the tiny town of Farwell in the central part of the state draw artists from across the country
February 16, 2023
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The Sweet Stories of Three Chocolate Companies

And for Valentine's Day, it's no surprise that love's got something to do with the origin stories of three chocolate pioneers
February 8, 2023
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Louise Penny Talks About Armand Gamache's Harrowing New Case

The bestselling author on the 'mind game' at the core of the 18th book in her series of murder mysteries
January 3, 2023
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Some Museums Now Reveal the Art and Science of Conservation Projects

Three conservators share the challenges — and the joys — of their work
December 7, 2022
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Healthcare-Based Massage Therapy Can Soothe Patients

Professional massage therapists seek to join health care teams to provide bedside massages for patients
November 29, 2022
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Books Make Ideal Holiday Gifts for Readers of All Ages

A key reminder for gift-giving season: books truly are 'one size fits all'
November 28, 2022
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'Scrappy' Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History Connects with the Community

Two museums merged to provide 'a vibrant cultural experience'
November 15, 2022
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Photography: Part of the Big Picture at the Detroit Institute of Arts

The museum also houses 100 galleries and takes part in touring exhibits
October 18, 2022
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Phil Rosenthal, Culinary Adventurer, Serves Up His TV Show in a Book

Recipes, photos and behind-the-scenes stories are on the menu
October 10, 2022
A woman sitting down and playing the piano. Next Avenue

Music Matters for Older Adults

Just ask these six people who are in their 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s
October 7, 2022
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'Eclectic' Collections at Washington's Maryhill Museum Draw Visitors

Rodins, Native American works and Romanian artifacts are on view
September 14, 2022
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The Barnes Foundation Museum Meets People Where They Are

This Philadelphia institution, celebrating 100 years, honors its founder's legacy
August 4, 2022
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National Museum of Wildlife Art Spotlights Women Artists

This museum outside Jackson, Wyoming, offers much more than 'cowboy art'
July 11, 2022
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Quirky Collections at Museums Across the Country

Classic toys, historic hammers, musical instruments, Route 66 memorabilia and more are on display
June 10, 2022
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The Momentary Broadens the Definition of 'Museum' in Arkansas

The Crystal Bridges Museum’s satellite showcases the work of contemporary artists and focuses on multiple perspectives
May 26, 2022
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Museum Security Staff Members Curate A Show of Their Favorite Art

In an innovative and personal exhibit, The Baltimore Museum of Art presents ‘Guarding the Art’
April 29, 2022
An albino alligator sitting on top of a large rock. Next Avenue, art museum, San Francisco

A Tour of San Francisco Museums — Art, Beat Poets, Science and History

A local resident delights in the more than 50 San Francisco museums that are eager to educate and entertain visitors
March 28, 2022
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'Assembly Required' at New Museum Exhibition

Pulitzer Arts Foundation in St. Louis invites visitors to ‘co-create’ interactive works
March 9, 2022
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Art Museum Initiates ‘Unconventional Storytelling’ in Historic Period Rooms

New interpretations highlight different voices at the Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia)
February 15, 2022
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How to Make Decisions in the Midst of Uncertainty

We can move forward, even when the future is unknown
December 29, 2021
A photo collage of three women Excerpted from Collective Wisdom by Grace Bonney (Artisan Books). Copyright © 2021. Photographs by Natalie Chitwood and Caroline Ingraham Lee.. Next Avenue, Women collective wisdom

In This New Book, Women Share Their Collective Wisdom About Aging

Insightful questions evoke inspiring truths about aging in ‘Collective Wisdom: Lessons, Inspiration and Advice from Women over 50’
December 8, 2021
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Tis the Season for Celebrity Memoirs

The life stories of Paul McCartney, Billie Jean King, Billy Porter, Stanley Tucci and others are lining the shelves of bookstores
November 15, 2021
Two CNAs working amid a health care worker shortage. Next Avenue

Meet the Future Health Care Workers: Hospitals Develop Solutions to their Labor Shortage

Three hospitals in eastern Washington State ‘grow their own’ health care staffers
November 1, 2021
A group of friends walking on the beach. Next Avenue, menopause symtopms

Menopause Sparks Dismay, Relief or Joy — or All That

Women share wide-ranging tales about fertility’s end at menopause
October 12, 2021
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Challenging Conversations Call for Creative Approaches

Tips on moving tricky conversations forward from a community organizer, a pediatrician and an intimacy coordinator
October 7, 2021
A diver underwater looking at coral reef. Next Avenue, environmentalists, conservation

Encouraging Young People to Dive Into Ocean Conservation

After decades working to save dolphins and protect the oceans, two San Francisco Bay Area conservationists are mentoring the next generation
September 1, 2021
A group of friends laughing over coffee. friendship, Next Avenue

Looking for a Healthy Boost? Make New Friends.

How ‘solo agers’ and others can expand their social circles
July 23, 2021
Two dads and two young girls smiling at a party. Dads, dad, Next Avenue

How 3 'Accidental Dads' Embraced Their Roles

All of these men treasure the joy and responsibility for the young people in their lives
June 16, 2021
A multigenerational family smiling during the holiday season.

Multigenerational Families Are Setting More Places at the Table

The number of multigenerational families sharing homes has seen a dramatic 271% jump in just one decade
May 26, 2021
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'The Henna Artist' Author on Her Mother’s Influence in Her Life

Bestselling novelist Alka Joshi says her work honors her mom's legacy
May 3, 2021
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