If dancing is something that you infrequently do at family weddings, or if you think it’s an activity that you can only do in your youth, think again. Dancing is an activity that is particularly beneficial for older adults. Those benefits range from creating strong social connections that increase your sense of well being to … Read more…
It’s an ancient Chinese game that dates back to the Qing Dynasty, and was first introduced to the United States in the Roaring ‘20s. So why is it now gaining in popularity across the country and right here in Butler County? It’s an interesting game of strategy, a whole lot of fun to play and … Read more…
Some of you may not feel comfortable driving your car, particularly if you need to go somewhere after dark. Others may just need a lift across town to get to the grocery store or pharmacy. Or maybe you’re traveling by air and want a hassle-free way to get to the airport. Luckily in Beaver County, … Read more…
Get ready to knit one, purl two! The annual Pittsburgh Creative Arts Festival, formerly called the Pittsburgh Knit and Crochet Festival, is slated to take place on April 6 through 8 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, downtown. The event features a variety of information and adventures in knitting, crochet, quilting and sewing. It … Read more…
Larry, 78, had always wanted to attend a music concert featuring his favorite rock singer, Jackson Browne. This year, his dream finally came true, thanks to an organization called Don’t Stop Dreamin’, in partnership with Do-It-For-the-Love, a nonprofit that supports attendance at live musical performances. “I not only attend the Jackson Browne concert, I also … Read more…
Have you always wanted to learn the ago-old craft of weaving and create your own fabric art? If so, check out the classes being offered this month at the Depreciation Lands Museum located just off Route 8 in Allison Park. These hands-on classes are being presented by the Butler Spinners and Weavers Guild. Introduction to … Read more…
We’ve all been in this situation: You need to fill a prescription and you’re not feeling up to driving to the pharmacy, or you’ve just been discharged from a hospital stay and can’t get to the drug store. Wouldn’t it be nice to have your prescription delivered to you, particularly by someone in your community … Read more…
United Way of Southwestern PA is offering free, in-person tax preparation at 27 sites across the region to eligible individuals and families. “This campaign helps prevent low-income working people in our community from falling behind,” says Kiandra Foster, program manager United for Families of the United Way. “The earned tax credits and refunds these individuals … Read more…
Whether you’re dealing with a light dusting or a blizzard, cleaning up snow can be a pain. It’s an everyday chore that’s deceptively dangerous. Every year, more than 100 people die shoveling snow. Even if it doesn’t kill you, 11,500 Americans end up in the hospital each year because of snow shoveling injuries. The most … Read more…
When it comes to older adults, fire safety cannot be stressed enough. Did you know that adults at age 65 are twice as likely as younger populations to be killed or injured by fires? By age 75, that risk increases to three times—and to four times by age 85. Knowing what to do in the … Read more…