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Thanks to JABA – our local “myth-busters” – for leading the way!
How exciting to see our own JABA rewarded with a grant and praised on the USDA blog! JABA is truly leading the way in many different areas. I have mentioned before that my favorite volunteer program is JABA’s Friends in School Helping (FISH). Helping students learn is a wonderful way to keep your brain sharp…
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Don’t retire your memory – Lots of opportunities for learning – Try Adobe Fireworks
Do you prefer hands-on learning to the more traditional courses and lectures? I was a college webmaster and instructor of web development for ten years, and one of the things that attracted me to the field in 1995 was the rapid pace of new software development, which meant that I had to run just to…
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How Your Brain Connects the Future to the Past
We are understanding more and more about the brain! According to scientists, the brain’s memory circuits are not merely for reflecting on the past but are also vital mechanisms for imagining, anticipating, and preparing for the future. In this new view, your brain is a proactive system that integrates past experience to help you navigate…
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Why learn how to use a computer? Bodies, computers and brains – HHS Health Beat
I have always loved solving puzzles, and using a computer can sure be a puzzle sometimes! I have spent many, many hours working on the computer since my first webmaster job in 1995, and I enjoy it more all the time. The hard part for me is remembering to get up and get that moderate…
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Charlottesville – City Seeks Applicants for Boards from City Residents
Civic engagement is a great way to learn about your community! Here are some opportunities to get involved: Applications are being accepted for the following boards and commissions appointed by City Council: 250th Anniversary Steering Committee – New Committee with 2 year commitment. 12 positions available. Planning Commission PVCC JAUNT Police Advisory Committee Community Development…
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Have you heard about open study groups?
More and more seniors are joining the social networking scene, and I hope you will join us at OLLI Online! Once you have an Internet connection, you have access to the world — and it is getting more interesting and engaging all the time. I read about the open study initiative this morning in the…
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