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  • PUBLISHER’S CORNER PUBLISHER’S CORNER

    Everything Poinsettias By Eloise Graham I recently ran across a cute little book about poinsettias titled Poinsettias Myth & Legend ~ History & Botanical Fact. I thought I would share some of the information with you. There are quotes in this little book, and I will share some of them. The...

  • Aging and You Aging and You

    By Julie Arndt Marketing Director at Ridgecrest Village Take a moment to reflect and look forward to opportunities for the future. It is the most wonderful time of the year…just like the Andy Williams song dubbed it. It truly is a magical time that tends to bring out the best of us. Personal...

  • Preparing Plants for Winter Preparing Plants for Winter

    By Aaron J. Steil Iowa State University Extension Horticulture Specialist As the growing season comes to an end, gardeners face the challenge of preparing some of their tender plants for winter. Horticulture specialists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach provide practical tips and t...

  • Calendar of Events | NOVEMBER 2024 Calendar of Events | NOVEMBER 2024

    If you have an upcoming event that you would like published, please mail info to: 50+Lifestyles, P. O. Box 2125, Davenport, IA, 52809  Attn: Eloise or email: publisher@50pluslife.com Attn: Eloise. Please submit by the 10th of the month prior to the month you want activity listed. Support Grou...

  • PUBLISHER’S CORNER PUBLISHER’S CORNER

    November Thoughts By Eloise Graham During a previous presidential election year, I wrote an article titled “Voting, Veterans and Vittles.” Well, it's November again. It's another presidential election again. Voting, veterans and vittles come to mind again. Voting Let’s start with voting! V...

  • In Memoriam: Dick Schillig In Memoriam: Dick Schillig

    It is with a heavy heart that we tell you Richard “Dick” Schillig passed away on September 20, 2024. He had been a contributor to this publication for the past 20+ years. His expertise was in finance. He wrote an article each month about financial issues, social security updates and the best wa...

  • 10 Tips for Family Caregivers: Achieving Balance in Life 10 Tips for Family Caregivers: Achieving Balance in Life

    From the National Family Caregivers Association and Milestones Area Agency on Aging As a family caregiver, your health and well-being is important. But how can you find ways to care for yourself and juggle your role as a caregiver? These tips offer you can use on daily basis to make your tasks ea...

  • Aging and You Aging and You

    What’s Special About November By Julie Arndt Marketing Director at Ridgecrest Village November is an action-packed month. All Saints Day (November 1), Election Day (first Tuesday), Veterans Day (November 11), and Thanksgiving (November 28) are all hallmark dates for the month. Daylight saving...