Resources
Region and Chapter Links – National Association of Teachers of Singing
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From the National Association of Teachers of Singing site: Founded in 1944, National Association of Teachers of Singing, Inc. (NATS) is the largest professional association of teachers of singing in the world with more than …
ALA Public Programs Office (PPO)
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From the website: The American Library Association (ALA) Public Programs Office empowers libraries to create vibrant hubs of learning, conversation and connection in communities of all types.
Library Makeovers Draw Seniors
Articles and Blog Posts | 2011
From the article: The over-65 population “will double in size by 2025, and libraries are realizing that this is a potentially new and exciting market,” says Kleiman, who has consulted with libraries across America on …
Excerpt From ‘Composing A Further Life: The Age of Active Wisdom’
Books and Chapters | 2010
This is an excerpt from Mary Catherine Bateson’s book Composing a Further Life: The Age of Active Wisdom.
Office for Diversity, Literacy and Outreach Services
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From the website: The ALA Office for Diversity, Literacy and Outreach Services supports library and information science workers in creating responsible and all-inclusive spaces that serve and represent the entire community. To accomplish this, we …
Ageing Well: Can Dance and Art Keep the Mind and Body Young?
via BBC | Articles and Blog Posts | 2013
From the article: Proponents of the arts have long argued that creative therapy can help ageing patients. Now, scientists have begun investigating that claim.
National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)
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From the website: The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is an independent federal agency created in 1965. It is one of the largest funders of humanities programs in the United States.
National Council on Aging
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From the website: We believe aging well is something every American deserves—regardless of gender, color, sexuality, income, or zip code. We will deliver the resources, tools, best practices, and advocacy our nation needs to ensure …
Narrative, Memory and the Brain
via The Wise Brain Bulletin | Articles and Blog Posts | 2008
From the article: Telling stories is a universal phenomenon of ancient origins—it is the heart of our humanity. Every culture continues to weave narratives and enhance the spoken word with ritual, drama, dance, song, and …
My Library: Judy, Leo, and Noreen
Articles and Blog Posts | 2012
From the blog post: Since April 5th (2012), the Jefferson Market Library has been hosting a series of watercolor classes for twenty adults, all aged 55+. This course, led by teaching artist Josh Millis, is …