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AARP Seeks 2011 State Andrus Awards for Community Service Nominations

Posted on 03/22/2011 by | Volunteering | Comments

VolunteeringAnnual Award Recognizes Those Who Make a Powerful Difference in their Community We’re pretty passionate about service here at AARP. In fact, Create The Good is all about volunteering and making a difference in the lives of others. This month, we began our search for the ultimate do-gooder in each state with the 2011 AARP State Andrus Award for Community Service. The award honors those individuals who are sharing their experience, talent, and skills to enrich the lives of their community …

Movies for Grownups Awards 2010

Posted on 02/26/2010 by | Archived Contributor | Comments

EntertainmentThe results are in, and A-list Hollywood stars joined AARP Magazine for the Movies for Grownups Awards Gala last week, and boy, were they A-list. The likes of Robert Deniro, Sean Penn, Maggie Gyllenhaal and Billy Crystal gathered to present and win awards. One highlight of the night was when Sean Penn awarded Robert Deniro with the Movies for Grownups® Lifetime Achievement Award, who described his fellow colleague and friend as a “consummate, ground-breaking actor.” During the gala, Entertainment Editor …

Design Meets Livability in 2009 Livable Communities Award-Winning Homes!

Posted on 01/19/2010 by | Archived Contributor | Comments

Home & FamilyToday, AARP and the National Association of Homebuilders recognized four companies in four categories (architect, developer, builder greater than 2500 square feet, and builder 2500 square feet and below) by awarding them the 2009 Livable Communities Awards. This year’s awards boast unique combinations of distinction and convenience – highlighting universal design and energy efficiency – making them homes in which people of all ages can live comfortably. Check out full descriptions and photos of award-winning structures here…and check out the …