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1. Successful Aging Expos October 2021

   Mature Mainers of any age are invited to attend the  Successful Aging Expos in October 2021 around the state of Maine. There is so much going on for mature Mainers that it’s an exciting time to explore … Continue

2. Father’s Day 2021

   Need a gift idea for Father’s Day 2021 and the dad in your life? Covid might have reorganized our lives, but it’s also given us a little clarity. Being able to spend time together is a great … Continue

3. Senior Expos in June 2021

   We’re back to LIVE senior expos! We’re delighted to announce the Andy Valley Successful Aging Expo on June 9, 2021, at the Ramada Inn in Lewiston; and the MidCoast Successful Aging Expo June 15, 2021, at the … Continue

4. Memorial Day in Maine 2021

   2021 is going to be a special year for Memorial Day. Some communities are having parades, like Berwick, Old Orchard Beach and Wells. Portland is holding a One Man March for Memorial Day, with a single person … Continue

5. Tick Time: Tick Season Starts Now

   I was reminded yesterday that we’re entering tick season! A walk around the yard, to the mailbox and then up to the vet for the granddogs’s meds resulted in three ticks traversing my leg! I normally spray … Continue

6. St. Patrick’s Q and A

   Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Honestly, when I was a kid, St. Patrick’s Day was an opportunity to color a shamrock. And possibly eat corned beef. And my name is McLean! We didn’t dye the Androscoggin River (or … Continue

7. Intentional 2021: Happy New Year!

   Happy New Year! Every year, I make a list of the things I want to do on New Year’s Day, because I believe that sets my intention for the whole year. Of course, many of them are … Continue