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“Small Faces ~ Cultural Masks and Heads” opens April 4 at the Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures

“Shrunken” heads, miniature masks and a 300 BC Roman head fragment are featured in a fascinating new exhibit, Small Faces ~ Cultural Masks and Heads, opening Friday April 4 at the Global Village Museum in Fort Collins. Used in drama or dances, as disguises or decorative objects, masks are handcrafted in many countries. Indonesia, South …

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Free! Family History Fair in Loveland

The Loveland Family History Center is pleased to announce the first annual Family History Fair with an all day FREE genealogy seminar for local genealogists and family historians on Saturday, April 26 from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. This event will be held at the Loveland Family History Center (Church of Jesus Christ) located at 3800 Mountain Lion Drive (exit off Boyd Lake Road on Highway 34/Eisenhower Blvd …

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Reason To Hope, 10th Annual Alzheimer’s Association Fundraising Luncheon

The 10th Annual Alzheimer’s Association Fundraising Luncheon sponsored by University of Colorado Health was recently held at the Drake Center, Fort Collins. Over 250 folks attended the luncheon heard updates on the battle against Alzheimer’s; an irreversible, progressive brain disease. Speakers spoke in a very moving manner about experiences battling the disease themselves and experiences giving …

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April is National Foot Health Awareness Month

By Meaghan Hartman, Garden Square of Greeley Many people overlook the importance of their feet. Even though we use our feet to do just about everything during the day, taking them for granted can be easy. Having healthy feet is essential in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and just like every other part of our bodies; …

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Larimer County Office on Aging Promotes Older Americans Month in May

May is Older Americans Month, a perfect opportunity to show our appreciation for the older adults and caregivers in our community. Since 1963, communities across the nation have come together to celebrate Older Americans Month-a proud tradition that shows our nation’s commitment to recognizing the contributions and achievements of older Americans. The Larimer County Office …

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Success Aging Squad is Back!

The Success Aging Squad (S.A.S.) is ready to bring you new and exciting educational experiences to make 2014 better for you. Mark your calendar! Please join the Squad on Wednesday, April 9th from 2:00-4:00pm at Rigden Farm Senior Living. During this interactive education workshop you will learn about Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, …

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Rigden Farm Hosts Annual Art Show

Rigden Farm in Fort Collins hosted its Annual Intergenerational Art Show called Art from the Heart, which featured water color, Acrylic, oil works and photography  by Rigden Farm Residents, Family and Local Artists. Young to young at heart proudly displayed individual pieces of their eye-catching and creative works. Shown above is Irma Crump, standing 2nd from …

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Meet Greta…

Meet Greta article in 50 Plus Marketplace News for northern Colorado seniors

Greta Krafsur, Doctor of Veterinarian Medicine is an energetic and enthusiastic woman who called Estelline, South Dakota home for the first 18 years of her life.

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Caffeine Awareness Month

Caffeine Awareness Month article for 50 Plus Marketplace News for northern Colorado seniors

I was doing some research about caffeine and the affects it has on the senior and especially the elderly population and was surprised at some of the information I found.

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Seniors Connect Despite Inclement Weather

Seniors Connect Despite Inclement Weather via 50 Plus Marketplac eNews for northern Colorado seniors.

WestWind Productions’ show went on in spite of winter weather conditions.
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BBB Warns: Beware ‘One Ring’ Phone Scam

Photo of a man on a cell phone via 50 Plus Marketplace News for northern Colorado seniors.

If you receive a call on your cell phone preceded by one or two rings, chances are it’s part of the new One Ring phone scam spreading across the U.S. faster than a summer wildfire.
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Annual Health Care in Your Future Summit on March 26

The annual 2014 Health Care in Your Future summit will feature a key note speaker, multiple classes, and many exhibitors on March 26 beginning at 7:30 a.m. at the Embassy Suites, 4705 Clydesdale Parkway, Loveland, Colorado. The Summit will provide members of the business community with the opportunity to discuss developments in health care, the …

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