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Two new exhibits at the Mystic Seaport Museum provide visitors with a rare opportunity to explore the history of the Vikings and artifacts that some believe is evidence their ancestors landed in New England decades before Christopher Columbus now through September 30, 2018.

Guest article by Linda J. Friedman, Program Director, Nonprofit Leadership Program UConn Department of Public Policy

Today, AARP announced the awardees for its 2018 AARP Community Challenge grant program, including three recipients in Connecticut. A total of $1.3 million will be distributed to fund 129 “quick action” projects across the country, helping communities make immediate improvements and jumpstart long-term progress to support residents of all ages. Nearly 1,600 applications were received from non-profits and government entities for the program, now in its second year. Each of the projects, which must be completed by November 5, is designed to achieve on one or more of the following outcomes:

Caregiving may be one of the most important roles you will ever take on in your life. You may have become a caregiver suddenly or perhaps your role has evolved over time. No matter where you are in the caregiving continuum - starting to plan or taking care of a family member - having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.

By Philip Moore, Director of Marketing and Communications Goodwin College

Guest post by Bernie Weiss, Vice President, Seniors Job Bank

By Kristopher Thompson

Advocacy, local lifestyle offerings, adult learning and community service are several of the outreach efforts needed to successfully enhance the quality of life for all as they age.

• AARP Connecticut will donate $3000 on behalf of the Andrus Award recipient to an eligible non-profit organization of their choosing

By Sandi Coyne, Goodwin College, Program Director, Master of Science in Organizational Leadership