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These less-touristy spots offer a welcoming, low-key vibe.

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5 Things to Know This Week

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We have launched an Ethel Store! Celebrate being a part of The Ethel community by proudly wearing our new Ethel-branded products!


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There are now Ethel Gathering Groups in 47 states. Through these groups, older women are meeting up and making friends in cities across the country. To find out if there's a group in your area, go here.


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Also, we're hosting a special live event on The Ethel Facebook page on Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. ET called "Grandma Knew Best: Countdown the Top 10 Tips and Tricks of Integrative Medicine." You won't want to miss it!


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If you missed our three-part live event series, "Life After Loss," you can view the recordings at the top of The Ethel Facebook page.


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This week's Ethel newsletter is out! Check out this interesting article on the workout that transformed a 65-year-old woman's body! And read all of the other new Ethel articles on the Ethel website.


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