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April 30, 2019
Children's books that help stop ageism before it starts

Children's books that help stop ageism before it starts

A Minnesota author campaigns for a positive view of late life — for children.
The Good Life
April 30, 2019
Eddie Shimota Jr. performing in "Singin' in the Grain."

A movie decades in the making? At age 96, Minnesotan has the footage to prove it

Film Society of Minneapolis St. Paul founder Al Milgrom started filming the documentary "Singin' in the Grain" in 1974. You can finally see it.
The Good Life
April 30, 2019

Unhappy at work? Get out!

Five tips from someone who just made that move in midlife.
The Good Life
April 30, 2019

Aging activist Ashton Applewhite explains how ageism hurts all of us

Ten questions for "This Chair Rocks" author and activist Ashton Applewhite.
The Good Life
April 30, 2019

Where to get information to plan future housing options

The Good Life
April 30, 2019

Dave Barry's old dog teaches him new tricks

Happiness, friendship and gratitude are among the humorist's "Lessons From Lucy."
The Good Life
April 30, 2019
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How to get the health benefits of cannabis without getting high

'Microdosing' can provide just enough cannabis for medicinal effects.
The Good Life
February 19, 2019
The three founders of Prime Productions pose for a portrait at the Andy Boss Thrust Stage at Park Square Theater. From left is Elena Giannetti, Alison

Twin Cities theater companies put a new spotlight on aging

Two new Twin Cities theater companies are shining the spotlight on mature performers and their stories.
The Good Life
February 19, 2019
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How to avoid becoming a 'bored boomer'

Three suggestions for escaping ennui in retirement.
The Good Life
February 19, 2019
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When siblings become estranged

Is ending a relationship with your brother or sister ever the right thing to do?
The Good Life
February 19, 2019
Agents are giving house keys of customer with handshaking after good deal at agency office. Real Estate and Agreement concept.

8 things to know before buying a retirement condo

In many ways, this purchase is much different than buying a house.
The Good Life
February 19, 2019
Denise Crew/Netflix “Tidying Up With Marie Kondo"

How Marie Kondo talked me into getting more books

Restocking beloved favorites brings back joyous feelings for one writer.
The Good Life
February 10, 2019
Mick Sterling sang songs by Elton John Wednesday night in the Dunsmore Room at Crooner's accompanied by pianist Peter Guertin, not pictured, and celli

From Eagles to Elton, classic songs are packing boomers into Twin Cities nightspots

Longtime bar singers celebrate classic songs from the Eagles, Barbra Streisand, Frank Sinatra and more.
The Good Life
February 5, 2019
Common-sense advice in the age of the baby-boomer traveler

Common-sense advice in the age of the baby-boomer traveler

For travelers 55 and older, the State Department's basic guidelines are just a starting point.
The Good Life
February 2, 2019
Chuck Zwilling and his crew worked on cutting the ice for their giant floating ice carousel -- more than 130 meters across -- on Green Prairie Fish La

Schafer: The best spot to retire might not be the warmest

It turns out that Minnesota is a contender on lots of rankings of the healthiest states.
The Good Life
January 19, 2019

A quick look at 3 strategies for making your money last in retirement

Figuring out how to manage household income once you are no longer working isn't easy.
The Good Life
December 27, 2018
Longtime Twin Cities personal trainer Dan Zeman (right) (who has worked with the Vikings, Timberwolves, Greg LeMond and former soccer player and now S

Minnetonka exercise physiologist: Boomers have moral obligation to be fit

In his new and very frank book, fitness expert Daniel Zeman says boomer men "expect someone else to take care of their bad choices."
The Good Life
November 30, 2018
Nearly a third of all bathroom remodels by baby boomers involve taking out the bathtub.

Houzz study reveals latest bathroom trends

Baby boomers are remodeling to age in place, according to Houzz trends study.
The Good Life
November 14, 2018
Claire Schierman, left, assistant Prof. Kelly Gage and Maggie Krawczyk wear the menocore look at St. Catherine University in St. Paul.

With 'menocore' style, middle age is all the rage

The look, now popular with women of all ages, is all about comfort, body positivity and values.
The Good Life
October 20, 2018
By pushing oversized buttons, seniors can play games, or call or video chat with family members who link in via their own GrandPad companion apps.

GrandPad's Minnesota customer service reps are helping 'super seniors' get online

A high-tech device for seniors relies on Minnesotans to create a personal connection.

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