Mary Klootwyk Dancing is a universal human experience. We dance to express joy, celebrate life events, and enact religious and cultural rituals. Dance also has physical and cognitive benefits that may exceed those of other forms of exercise. The evidence for the health benefits of exercise is indisputable. Physiologic studies have demonstrated that regular activity…
Former Lt. William Myers, CEC, USN The Catalina Mountain Chapter (CMC) of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) held its most recent luncheon meeting on Feb. 17 at SaddleBrooke Ranch. The meeting began with a business session presided over by retired Capt. Chuck Vaughan, U.S. Navy, President, during which members were updated on the…
Jane Gromelski Dancing is the only sport that lets you hold your partner in your arms! It’s good for you mentally and physically. It’s exercise that’s fun! We will offer a series of four Western Waltz classes starting on March 7. Western waltz is different from ballroom waltz in that our feet are always passing,…
Calling all fur baby mommies and daddies! Did you know that studies have shown that sharing your life with a pet can help you live a healthier and longer life? Well, it’s true! How can you not feel wonderful when you come home and your fur baby greets you like you’re the most important person…
The answer to this question is a firm “yes.” A properly functioning smoke detector is the first line of defense against potentially devastating home fires, providing early warnings that give occupants a chance to evacuate safely. In fact, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reports that the risk of dying in a home fire is…
Rev. Suzanne Marlatt Stewart The cruel reality is that we’re not getting any younger, and with aging comes consequences, like losing our mental sharpness. Ever forget the names of people or places or what you had for breakfast today? Okay, I’ll speak for myself. I will go into a room for something and forget what…