Annie Tobey

Richmond

A speaker once asked what I'd do if $ were no object. I'd be a student, learning and writing reports, I replied, and then realized: That's what a writer does!

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Articles

Why You Should Indulge in Nostalgia

1 week ago | seniorsguide.com | Annie Tobey

Lifestyle Terri L. Jones | May 30, 2025 Indulge in nostalgia, writes Terri L. Jones. It can be a pleasant trip down memory lane and an incredibly beneficial experience. She describes evidence that personal nostalgia is good for you. Currently, my husband and I, both children of the ’60s, are rewatching “Mad Men,” the show about advertising and life during those simpler times.
More What’s Booming RVA: May 29 +

1 week ago | boomermagazine.com | Annie Tobey

Dinosaur discoveries and skeletons, concerts, dining for a cause, learning experiences, and comedy, authors, and news. This week in in What’s Booming in Richmond, Virginia, May 29 to June 6, 2025. Featuring:Boomer’s Top picks in RVA this week, The week ahead – below, and Our updated events page for Down the Road happenings and ongoing exhibitions and performances. May 29 to June 6, 2025Westchester Concert Series 2025: KOS Band. See Boomer’s top picks. Critical Regionalism in Landscape.
What’s Booming RVA: FREE Events, Greek Eats

1 week ago | boomermagazine.com | Annie Tobey

Three no-cost concerts, the beloved Greek Festival, an outdoor festival, and a Tony Award-winning musical. “What’s Booming RVA: FREE Events, Greek Eats, Hot Musical.”Westchester Concert Series 2025: KOS BandThe new season of outdoor concerts begins with a Richmond favorite, playing beach music, Motown, and music of the ’70s to today. FREE. May 29, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Westchester Common, Chesterfield.
Copper Fox Distillery

1 week ago | boomermagazine.com | Annie Tobey

At Copper Fox Distillery, the magic begins long before the first drop is distilled. It starts in the fields of Virginia’s Northern Neck, where farmer Billy Dawson cultivated the barley that became the heart of Copper Fox’s whiskies. This isn’t just any grain – it’s Virginia six-row Thoroughbred barley, the result of research by Virginia Tech into grains that thrive in the Commonwealth. Copper Fox doesn’t stop at sourcing local. They also malt their grains in-house.
Revisiting Your Past for Self-Awareness Now

1 week ago | seniorsguide.com | Annie Tobey

Lifestyle Robert C. Koehler | May 28, 2025 Revisiting your past can help develop self-awareness, to discover how you became the person you are now. Columnist Robert C. Koehler browsed his old journals and saw threads that continued weaving patterns through his life. When I write about personal matters, I quickly stumble into one of life’s puzzling ironies: Every one of us is unique, and we’re also part of a collective whole.
Outdoor Accessibility at Virginia State Parks

1 week ago | seniorsguide.com | Annie Tobey

LifestyleTravel Kari Smith | May 27, 2025 Time spent outdoors offers physical and mental health benefits for everyone, but people with disabilities may feel that their options are limited. Thanks to an emphasis on accessibility at Virginia State Parks, exploration of the great outdoors is within reach. Virginia’s award-winning state parks are known for their stunning trails, scenic waterways, and family-friendly recreation.
The Benefits of Spending Time with Kids

2 weeks ago | seniorsguide.com | Annie Tobey

Lifestyle Terri L. Jones | May 23, 2025 Even when children aren’t your own grandkids, seniors can discover the joy and benefits of spending time with kids. Seniors Guide writer Terri L. Jones has experienced these perks firsthand through volunteer work. I love kids and always thought I’d have some one day. But it wasn’t meant to be. When I was single, I considered having a child on my own, but I couldn’t afford it.
More What’s Booming RVA: May 22 +

2 weeks ago | boomermagazine.com | Annie Tobey

Honor fallen service members for Memorial Day, find a vibe, eat, drink, and learn. Plus Virginia Rep’s new season announcement, an authentic pow wow, and a travel idea. Featuring:Boomer’s Top 5 picks in RVA this week, The week ahead – below, and Our updated events page for Down the Road happenings and ongoing exhibitions and performances.
What’s Booming RVA: Three Very Different Comedies

2 weeks ago | boomermagazine.com | Annie Tobey

Dark horror, fun, and classic comedies, plus cultural cuisine and mead collaborations. “What’s Booming RVA: Three Very Different Comedies.”“Smoke”Cadence presents a dark horror comedy by Enid Graham, satirizing distraction, capitalism, and gaslighting in a divided nation. May 22 through June 7 at Firehouse Theatre, Richmond. CadenceTheatre.org“There Goes the Bride”A fast-paced comedy about an ad man and a flapper cutout only he can see.
Is It Time for Memory Care?

2 weeks ago | seniorsguide.com | Annie Tobey

Alzheimer's / Dementia Terri L. Jones | May 21, 2025 The progression of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias is gradual. In the early stages, a person can often live independently. Soon, they may require a caregiver to attend to their needs. At some point, their needs may extend beyond what a caregiver can provide. When this happens, it may be time for memory care.