Articles From Sept/Oct 2013

Andrea Shreeman is working on a "end of life comedy" to be shot around Roanoke.

Making Movies in the ‘Noke

For Sara Elizabeth Timmins and Andrea Shreeman, the combination of the place, the people and the funding makes the Roanoke area their personal set for creating films.
Clockwise from top left: the Levin living space, the Nelson dining room, the Mangus nursery and the Stephenson bath.

Local Designers’ Favorite Rooms

Here are even more photos from four beautiful rooms local designers love.
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Battle for the Commonwealth Cup: Hokies Complete the 10-Peat!

Take a look at more great photos from our Nov/Dec 2013 cover story about the VT / UVA rivalry game, and send in your own favorite gameday photos!
Aquatic Classes at the Kirk Family YMCA provide exercise as well as a chance to socialize.

Activities for the Mind, Body

Local organizations focus on helping seniors maintain or improve their quality of life through educational and recreational programs.
The She Doos take to the lake for a scavenger hunt, one of the many activities they enjoy during their weekly gatherings.

Doo-ing it Right

These Smith Mountain Lake women – aged 50 and over – ride their jet skis in style for fun, camaraderie and good causes.
Carolyn Scherer and her husband turned their garage into an apartment for her aging parents.

The Suite Life

When living alone became a challenge for Millard and Patsy Morris, their daughter and son-in-law came up with a solution: creating a safe, private space in their own home to accommodate their aging relatives.
Staying physically and socially engaged are two ways to maintain a healthy lifestyle after retirement.

Ask the Experts

From how to stay healthy to how to manage your estate, these experts share their best advice for a successful retirement.
Mark shows off a newly polished stone.

A Rocking Retirement

A couple’s favorite hobby has become a fun way to stay busy after retirement and continue doing something they love.

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