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1619, The Lingering Imprint

Discussing the impact of the history of slavery in the US, up to and including the present.

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A Poetry Gathering

A place for Villagers to share their own poetry or the poems of those they love. This is a place to celebrate the written word.

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Ergonomics

Enhancing comfort, efficiency, and safety: The science and practice of ergonomics

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Meandering

A meandering river leaves a rich alluvial floodplain where wild things take root and flourish. This is a place where the creativity of our membership can flourish in the same way.

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Men's Time

Discussion topics considered by the Mens Group, where members reflect on issues of importance and interest that shape their lives, but are seldom discussed in other circles.

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Ms. Vyk's Salon

Ms. Vyk is the teacher we all had or wished we had who inspired our love of literature and learning. The name comes from the background of our initial contributor who wrote diaries from the age of 10, took creative writing later in life and wrote so well that she was given this nickname by her teacher.

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Newsletter

The Pasadena Village Newsletter "Voice of the Village" strives to inform the greater community about Village programming and initiatives. The newsletter is a key communication tool to learn about Village events and news relating to aging in the greater Pasadena area. Articles are posted once a month and emailed to those who subscribe.

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Racism Now

Personal encounters with racism, either dispiriting or uplifting and illuminating are the core of this blog. Emotions connect us to the reality of racism and hearing them makes us witnesses.

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Rumor of Humor

Humor is good medicine for everyone. A laugh, a chuckle or even a fake guffaw is said to benefit us by producing endorphins. This section posts some good humored images weekly.

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Science Monday

Are you fascinated by the last in science? DNA? Astrophysics? Geology? Archeology? The once a month Science Monday group is for those who are curious and have an interest in learning something new.

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What The Village Means to Me

Village members, volunteers, donors and friends tell us what the Village means to them and how they have benefited from their involvement.

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