Category: Active Life

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Anne Stiles Finds Joy as Volunteer Food Pantry Manager

Winter 2023

If she’s not at the Blackstone pantry, her number’s likely on the door for those seeking a meal after hours.

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Ruby Osia Reflects on Global Travels and Kindness

Summer 2023

Retired Alexandria schoolteacher visits all seven continents, most recently Antarctica.

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‘Teaching Music is Life’: Laura Mulligan Thomas Returns to the Classroom

Summer 2023

After serving 40 years as the Charlottesville High orchestra director, Thomas seizes an encore in the classroom.

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Stay Active in Retirement With These Fitness Tips

Summer 2023

Discover the physical and emotional benefits of making exercise a part of your daily routine.

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Joe Kapelewski: Retirement in a Red Suit

Winter 2022

This retiree brings the spirit of Santa to Richmond each year. “It’s a lot more than going ‘Ho! Ho! Ho!’”

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Elizabeth Green: Helping Kids Unleash Their Inner Author

Winter 2022

The retired teacher and author founded Kidz Write For Kidz Inc. to help children develop their writing skills.

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Eating Local and Gardening Can Be a Fruitful Retirement Experience

Summer 2022

Get a closer look at the commonwealth’s edible offerings.

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Brenda Fristoe: Creating and Celebrating Art

Summer 2022

Retired Winchester accountant Brenda Fristoe rekindles her passion for artistic expression.