Take a hike

 Get outside and take advantage of these guided walks that explore the Portland area

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What’s not to like about walking? It’s one of the simplest physical activities for most people. It burns calories, increases endurance …

Life by Design

A new program offers life-planning and career-transition help for adults who aren’t ready for traditional retirement

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Wed, Apr 30, 2008

Portland’s workforce is shifting dramatically with the changing demographics and needs of the baby boomer population. But that can be a …

Gold, Black Bart and frontier 'CSI'

Portland’s Wells Fargo History Museum recalls life in the Wild West, from stagecoach travel to law and order

By Janie Nafsinger /
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Wed, Apr 30, 2008

His name was Charles E. Boles, also known as Charles Bolton. But when he robbed Wells Fargo stagecoaches, he called himself Black Bart, the poet …

Health & Wellness, May 2008

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Wed, Apr 30, 2008

Eye disease study seeks participants Legacy Good Samaritan Devers Eye Institute is seeking participants for a nationwide study to determine if …

Older Americans by the numbers

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Wed, Apr 30, 2008

Ever since President John F. Kennedy proclaimed the first Senior Citizens Month in May 1963, the nation has set aside time every May to pay tribute …

Weight loss: a balancing act

Shedding excess pounds requires ‘discipline, not deprivation,’ a longtime ‘Weight Watcher’ says

By Janie Nafsinger /
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Mon, Mar 31, 2008

Since joining Weight Watchers nearly 32 years ago, Renee Amies of Hazel Dell, Wash., has managed to keep off the 43-1/2 pounds that she lost in the …

Raising a racket

Cardio tennis combines the fun of the sport with heart-pumping exercise

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Mon, Mar 31, 2008

As “Stayin’ Alive” by the Bee Gees thumps from a boom box, Tino Fabros starts lobbing tennis balls at his students. One after …

Senior/disabled transportation program expands

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Mon, Mar 31, 2008

The American Red Cross-Oregon Trail Chapter and Ride Connection are expanding the Washington County volunteer transportation program in …

Free wheelin': bicycling for seniors

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Wed, Apr 30, 2008

Warm weather signals the return of a pair of bicycling programs that Portland offers especially for seniors: a series of three-wheeled bicycle rides, …

OASIS events for May 2008

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Wed, Apr 30, 2008

OASIS, the enrichment program for adults 50 and older, offers the following classes and events during May. Unless otherwise stated, they are held at …

May 2008 calendar

Calendar items for June are due by 5 p.m. Thursday, May 15. E-mail listings to editor@boomnw.com. Photos also may be e-mailed in jpg format.

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Wed, Apr 30, 2008
Updated May 2, 2008

1 Bodyvox world premiere of “Horizontal Leanings”: May 1-4 at the Newmark Theatre of the Portland Center for the Performing Arts. …

News briefs

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Wed, Apr 30, 2008

Elders in Action honors Darcelle, four others Elders in Action, Portland’s leading advocacy group for older adults, will honor Portland …

Boost flavor in your meals without adding fat

By Provided By Weight Watchers / Boom!
Mon, Mar 31, 2008

Fresh herbs are chock full of flavor and provide great taste naturally, with very few calories and zero fat. With a quick chop and a sprinkle, you …

Varicose veins vs. 'spider veins'

By Dr. Brenda Scott, M.d. / Boom!
Wed, Apr 30, 2008

E-mail Dr. Brenda Scott at boom@askbrendascott.com. Scott is a board certified family physician and practices with her team at her Inspir Medispa in …