Category: Active Life Don’t Just Retire: ‘Rewire’ With Hobbies, Social Activities Winter 2023 Discover how staying active mentally can reap significant health benefits and new opportunities. 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. Ruby Osia Reflects on Global Travels and Kindness Summer 2023 Retired Alexandria schoolteacher visits all seven continents, most recently Antarctica. ‘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. 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. 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!’” 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. Eating Local and Gardening Can Be a Fruitful Retirement Experience Summer 2022 Get a closer look at the commonwealth’s edible offerings. Brenda Fristoe: Creating and Celebrating Art Summer 2022 Retired Winchester accountant Brenda Fristoe rekindles her passion for artistic expression.
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