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Speaking Two Languages Can Slow Down Ageing of Brain
… And it is never too late to start! The new study by University of Edinburgh finds that bilingualism protects brain from cognitive decline even in old age. In fact, learning a new language in adulthood may slow down ageing of the brain. So, the benefit of learning a second language isn’t restricted to age.…
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Public Meeting on Design Plan for McIntire Park East – May 3
BIG changes are coming to McIntire Park East! A Public Meeting to review the Design Plan will be held on June 3 at the Carver Recreation Center from 6:30-8:30 pm. Draft conceptual park designs that will be shown at the open house Tuesday, June 3 will be available on our website on Wednesday, June 4, 2014.…
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Have some time to help? JABA needs VOLUNTEERS this summer
Volunteer… FISH-Friends in School Helping, our school based mentoring program needs summer volunteers in the Extended Ed program in Fluvanna and in Club Yancey in Albemarle County. We are currently speaking with interested people for the 2014-2015 school year for Charlottesville, Albemarle, Fluvanna and Louisa schools. Twice is Nice Store -sorting, stocking or helping customers, retail…
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Never too late to learn a new language – Try Transparent Language Online at JMRL
Anyone can learn a new language. Those who have a JMRL library card can access free online language lessons through Transparent Language (formerly BYKI -Before You Know It). Click on Language in the left menu on the JMRL – Databases page, click on Transparent Language Online, and enter your last name and JMRL card number. If you…
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