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Out and About: July 2019
There are many shows, festivals and events scheduled in north metro Atlanta throughout July.
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Ice Pops: Treats to Beat the Heat
A growing number of specialty and gourmet ice pop (think Popsicle) makers in Atlanta are crafting treats that thrill the taste buds and put a momentary chill on July’s steamy heat.
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Valuable Free Phone Safety Apps
In non-emergency cases where you feel unsafe or uncomfortable, there are a number of free phone safety apps that you should consider.
Atlanta Senior Life visited the Cobb County Senior Services Assisted Technology Lab in Marietta. Join us for a tour of the facility, hosted by Felicia Alingu, Outcomes Program Specialist, as she demonstrates products and resources designed to make life easier for seniors.
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North Georgia Mountain Fun and Fitness
Whether you’re looking for music, arts & crafts, a good fireworks display for July 4th or some old-fashioned carnival rides, the mountains of North Georgia and North Carolina have plenty to keep you busy this summer.
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Head to Georgia State Parks for fun, education and history
Thanks to the many easily accessible Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites locations and the variety of outdoor activities suitable for all ages and skill levels, it doesn’t get much better than summer break in Georgia’s great outdoors.
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The Top Ten Financial Frauds to Avoid
The National Council on Aging (NCOA) recently published a Top 10 financial frauds list — something that should not surprise anyone who gives any attention to his or her investments, retirement accounts and other income sources after leaving the workforce. The perception is that older adults have a good nest egg in their accounts and therefore, they become targets.
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Learning to enjoy the view from the passenger’s seat
Now that I’m old enough to collect Social Security, I’ve come to realize that driving a car isn’t the necessary part of daily life I once thought it was. I stay home more, it’s true, but I can get around well enough depending only on the kindness of family members and friends and the ubiquity of Uber. In some ways I feel freer than I did when I was driving all the time.
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The One-Ring Robocall
There’s a new scam to be aware of — robocalls entice people to call back at premium phone rates.
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Certified Elder Law Attorneys Offer Specialized Services for Seniors
CELA, or certified elder law attorneys, are specialists in elder-law issues.
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Driving Toward Adventure: Enjoying the RV Lifestyle
Retirees and older adults enjoy the freedom of a life on the road in their RVs.
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A local historian uses new tech to make ancient connections
Historian John Beach uses technology to track patterns in the locations of trees to uncover the history of Buckhead.
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Out & About: June 2019
Many events and shows are happening in north metro Atlanta this June; and there are lots of Independence Day celebrations planned for the beginning of July.
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Watch for Seasonal Trends of Theft and Fraud
Springtime has its own crime trends. Here’s some info to help you stay safe.
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Cyclorama is back, telling its story in a new way
Cyclorama is now in its new location, Atlanta History Center, and has been renovated to tell a more complete story.
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Land and water shaped local nature-protector Alan Toney
Alan Toney’s love of nature and work to protect the environment began with saving box turtles.
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