When I was in Atlanta last month, I took a yoga class and at the end of it the instructor closed the practice by saying, “And don’t forget, you’re not the only person walking in the energy.” I’ve thought about this so many times since then. What did that mean exactly? And how could I […]
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Giving Voice: Thankful for third spaces
How many of us will be spending time this holiday season at our “third spaces”? Where is your “third space”? Do you even know what that is? The term “third space” describes a place outside your home or work where you can relax and hang out. It’s your “other space” — your favorite place for […]
Art collection supports fundraising for two area nonprofits
Topsham Public Library is hosting an art show and English tea-style reception honoring the work of former Brunswick resident and retired artist Consuelo G. Bailey, known to many as Connie or C.G. Bailey, from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23. These works will be available to purchase in an online auction, which runs through Dec. 13. […]
People Plus to host Senior Health Expo in Brunswick
The People Plus Senior Health Expo, in partnership with Spectrum Generations, will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10, at the Brunswick Recreation Center. Admission is free and the first 500 people at the event will get a free swag bag. Free activities, information and entertainment will be held throughout the morning. […]
Stacy Frizzle-Edgerton: They’ve flown the nest!
September is a month of transitions, summer turning into fall, baby birds leaving the nest and kids returning to school. We’ve experienced these trends at both my house and the People Plus Center, although this year the transitions have seemed a little more difficult. At the end of last month, I drove my 19-year-old daughter […]
Stacy Frizzle-Edgerton: Could I get some sleep, please?
So something has been keeping me awake at night … I’ve been worried about something that’s been happening at the People Plus Center and the homes of our members. It’s something that can be prevented, and often has life-changing and disastrous consequences. It seems like lots of people are falling down! Over the last several […]
Photos: Brunswick ukulele club continues to grow
The People Plus ukulele club launched early July and now meets once a month at the center, offering the chance for seniors to gather, socialize and indulge in a musical skill.
Stacy Frizzle-Edgerton: My rainbow connection
It’s summertime, which means my girls are home more than they would be normally. And it’s so lovely to have them around, even though we are, of course, reminded of things that used to annoy us when they lived with us full time, like leaving the lights on overnight or wet towels in the bathroom. […]