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Youth Development
  • Little girl putting coin of cash into ceramic piggy bank
    Modeling Good Money Habits
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    Fraud and Scams Among Older Adults
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    Setting Goals for College Success
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    Cyberbullying on the Rise
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  • Phenix City Library Lunch and Learn Wreath Making Activity
    • Dec 04, 2025
    • 12:00pm - 01:00pm
    • Free
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  • Talladega County Kitchen Reveal and Annual Update
    • Dec 05, 2025
    • 09:00am - 10:30am
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  • Holiday Art Workshop
    • Dec 15, 2025
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    Holiday Survival Tips for Older Adults

    The holiday season is a joyful time for many. It's a season filled with festive gatherings, good food, and the exchange of gifts. However, f...
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    Virginia Caples Lifelong Learning Institute

    VCLLI Courses & Activities The Virginia Caples Lifelong Learning Institute (VCLLI) offers year-round activities—such as in-person or ...
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    4-H: It’s a Family Affair

    4-H is one of the largest youth development organizations in the United States. Program activities are delivered through the national Cooper...
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    Bloom! Don't Wither at Successful Aging Initiative Conference 2025

    ALABAMA A&M UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Individuals aged 65 and older now outnumber children in 11 states, and that number is climbing. The Ala...
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    Practice Civility at Work and School

    Many people in the United States long for a time when people were kinder or more polite to one another. An American Bar Association (ABA) Su...
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    Nontraditional Families: A Modern Reflection of Love and Care

    Evolving Family Structures Over the decades, the definition of family has evolved beyond traditional concepts. Life today looks quite diffe...
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    Why Choose a Career in STEM?

    As students head back to school and prepare for future careers, they may be overwhelmed by the choices they have to make. While the future i...
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    Take Advantage of the Back-to-School Tax Holiday

    Sending kids back to school impacts the average family’s budget. The cost of items required for kids to go back to school can add up quick...
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    Health Rocks! Empowers Youth to Make Healthy Choices

    Getting through the day without making a single decision is nearly impossible, especially for middle and high school students. From peer pre...
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    Water and Wellness: Staying Hydrated in Summer

    As the summer sun blazes and temperatures soar, staying properly hydrated with water becomes not just a recommendation, but a necessity. Hum...
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