Tag: Lifelong Learning

It is never too late to learn a new language – Try BYKI at JMRL

Any one can learn a new language. Those who have a JMRL library card can access free online lessons through BYKI (Before You Know It). If you are lucky enough to have an iPad, you can practice your new language there also. Quoted below is a post that suggests learning a new language might sharpen…

February 21, 2011
An opportunity to learn more about the Miller Center of Public Affairs at the University of Virginia

An opportunity for Lifelong Learning that could lead to opportunities for Civic Engagement! The Miller Center of Public Affairs at the University of Virginia will be offering behind-the-scenes tours starting next week. The tours, conducted by students, will look at the center’s history, programs and facilities. Tours will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday and…

February 19, 2011
More a snarl of threads than a web at the moment, but I am learning!

The recent announcement of upgrades to Facebook pages has sent me back to a puzzle that I started to attempt to solve some time ago. From my first Web presence in 1995 my “brand” has been RuthK, and for many years I have had a personal website at ruthk.net. Because I needed a place to…

February 14, 2011
OLLI – Be SMART! | … Add vitality to your years with a colorful diet & an active lifestyle.

Are you interested in lifelong learning? One of the best things that you can do to improve the function of your brain is to choose a healthy lifestyle! I invite everyone to visit the healthy aging blog, which I maintain in support of my online course for OLLI at UVa. The OLLI Be SMART blog…

February 9, 2011
Ready to give back to our community? JABA has many volunteer opportunities

You can make a difference in the life of a student in one of our public schools by being a FISH (Friends in Schools Helping) volunteer. JABA’s FISH volunteers help students with reading, math and other academic subjects. They are also mentors to children who need a little extra support. Volunteers are needed now through…

January 18, 2011
JMRL Big Read | This is going to be fun!

I am so happy with the choice of the Maltese Falcon for this year’s Big Read! Everyone that I mention it to says something like, “Wow, that is really going to be fun!” No excuses – JMRL has a number of copies, but the book is also widely available from Amazon and Barnes & Noble…

January 10, 2011