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Little kids and 'grandfriends' get care under the same roof in St. Louis Park
When you put a preschool and a senior living facility together, kids gain skills while older adults gain purpose.
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Sleek, hip design is the latest look of senior living in the Twin Cities
Twin Cities elder communities are investing in fresh, modern design to woo a style-savvy generation — and their adult children.
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Plymouth woman's immediate retirement plan: Tackle the Appalachian Trail
When Dianne Seger retired in February from her job as associate director of behavioral health with the Minnesota Department of Corrections, she wasn't interested in settling down.
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How Tony Bennett and other singers preserve their voices as they age
How Tony Bennett and other senior singers preserve their voices as they age.
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Abba-themed 'Mamma Mia!' stirs up smiles at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
The Abba-sourced musical is a font of fun at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres.
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Former KARE anchor Diana Pierce searches for 'What's Next'
With a new online show, former KARE anchor Diana Pierce is off-script and ad-libbing her new adventure.
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Children's books that help stop ageism before it starts
A Minnesota author campaigns for a positive view of late life — for children.
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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.
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Aging activist Ashton Applewhite explains how ageism hurts all of us
Ten questions for "This Chair Rocks" author and activist Ashton Applewhite.
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Dave Barry's old dog teaches him new tricks
Happiness, friendship and gratitude are among the humorist's "Lessons From Lucy."
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How to get the health benefits of cannabis without getting high
'Microdosing' can provide just enough cannabis for medicinal effects.
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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.
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When siblings become estranged
Is ending a relationship with your brother or sister ever the right thing to do?
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8 things to know before buying a retirement condo
In many ways, this purchase is much different than buying a house.
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How Marie Kondo talked me into getting more books
Restocking beloved favorites brings back joyous feelings for one writer.
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