According to the Alzheimer’s Association, six in 10 people with dementia will wander. Even in the early stages of Alzheimer’s, a loved one is at risk of getting lost, disoriented, or confused for brief periods of time — and may end up in dangerous situations. Fortunately, there are several location devices on the market that […]
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Lunch Plus One – Pyro Art Gallery/Naive
By Lucy M. Pritchett | Photos by Melissa Donald Lunch Plus One is a simple outing to do with a friend or two or out-of-town guests. For Fall, Lunch Plus One combines a trip to an art gallery and a local restaurant in historic Butchertown. Pyro Art Gallery has been showcasing local artists for 15 […]
Eye Candy
By Aleta B. Gorter | Photo by Quinn Fitzgerald Herb Bradshaw can find beauty in the simplest and most mundane items. Eight years ago, while collecting cans as part of a family reunion cleanup, Herb decided to turn these shiny recyclables into mosaic art. By cutting and twisting the cans, Herb’s imagination began to flourish. […]
Health & Fitness
Calm Your Mind + Strengthen Your Body
By Rachel Reynolds Although some of us want to hide when we hear the word “exercise,” all is not lost. There are innovative and elegant ways to stretch and relax in a class setting, and among these is the ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi. Through fluid and gentle movements, participants can increase energy in […]
Calming Parkinson’s
By Carrie Vittitoe If you have a friend or family member who was recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease (PD), you may feel at a loss for the best ways to help. Although a PD diagnosis is understandably scary, individuals with PD can still have active and fulfilling lives. Here are five ways to help calm […]
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Lunch Plus One – Pyro Art Gallery/Naive
By Lucy M. Pritchett | Photos by Melissa Donald Lunch Plus One is a simple outing to do with a friend or two or out-of-town guests. For Fall, Lunch Plus One combines a trip to an art gallery and a local restaurant in historic Butchertown. Pyro Art Gallery has been showcasing local artists for 15 […]
Reverend Ron Loughry’s Plan for Intentional Living (Hint…it involves the beach)
By Julie Engelhardt | Photos by Melissa Donald As people look toward retirement, they may ponder how they’ll fill the many hours once dedicated to a 40-hour-a-week job or other scheduled activities. How will they stay engaged, active, and involved as they get older? The Reverend Ronald L. Loughry had the answer years ago — […]
Six Fall Soothers
By Quinn Fitzgerald As the cool weather starts to move in, it’s time to break out those things that make you feel cozy and comfortable. Here are a few suggestions on products that will fit the bill. Whether you’re shopping locally or at your nearest chain stores, we’ve gathered a number of recommendations for the […]
Calm Your Mind + Strengthen Your Body
By Rachel Reynolds Although some of us want to hide when we hear the word “exercise,” all is not lost. There are innovative and elegant ways to stretch and relax in a class setting, and among these is the ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi. Through fluid and gentle movements, participants can increase energy in […]
What I Know Now: Carol Ely
By Lucy M. Pritchett | Illustration by Dan Kisner Carol Ely has served as executive director of Historic Locust Grove since 2004. She is also an adjunct professor in the University of Louisville’s graduate program in public history. She has a bachelor’s degree in history and theater from Tufts University and earned her doctorate in […]