The European Union functions as one big market, much to the delight of small businesses like this gelateria in Lucca, Italy. Rick Steves, Rick Steves’ Europe. Presented with his article on how the EU works.
History

European Union 102

By Rick Steves | July 1, 2025
Grandmother with young adult grandson at a computer, possibly doing a puzzle or game like the Find the Furniture Boggle BrainBuster. By Monkey Business Images.
David L Hoyt and Jeff Knurek

Boggle BrainBusters: Find the Furniture

By David L. Hoyt and Jeff Knurek | June 30, 2025
Friends with various alcoholic beverages, making a celebratory toast. By Monkey Business Images. Article on alcohol and health.
Health

Alcohol and Health

By Robert H. Shmerling, M.D. | June 30, 2025
Man doing his online finances, such as making 401(k) contributions. Image by Anna Tolipova
Finance

The 401(k) Mistake That Could Cost You Millions 

By Donna Fuscaldo | June 27, 2025
A last will and testament in the foreground, with a couple in the background. A couple disagrees over what to leave to adult children who are estranged. An inheritance talks, but what’s the right message to send? Advice columnist Eric Thomas weighs in.
Advice for Life

An Inheritance Talks

By R. Eric Thomas | June 27, 2025
A hillside filled with small flags marking Virginia military dead. June 28 at the Virginia War Memorial (image of the Hill of Heroes 2019) - CU hill of flags. What’s Booming RVA: Humor, Heroes, and Harmony; and then What's Booming June 26
What’s Booming – RVA Events

More What’s Booming RVA: June 26 to July 4

By Annie Tobey | June 26, 2025
A woman and two girls in front of a mural in Ashland, Virginia, Provided by Downtown Ashland Association. Used in What's Booming: Rhythm and Resilience
What’s Booming – RVA Events

What’s Booming RVA: Rhythm and Resistance

Boomer’s top picks for the week ahead

By Annie Tobey | June 26, 2025
Early American tavern mugs. Image provided by the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation.
History

‘Eat, Drink, Revolution’ Tavern Conference

Scholarships and virtual tickets for Colonial Williamsburg event

By Annie Tobey | June 26, 2025
The flag of the European Union. 75 years ago, the European Union was founded as a peace project. It’s still succeeding as one today. CREDIT: Cameron Hewitt, Rick Steves’ Europe. For a history of the European Union
History

European Union 101

The history of the EU

By Rick Steves | June 25, 2025
Ice Cream Pie with Blueberry Sauce and berries and patriotic garnishes
Recipes

Ice Cream Pie with Blueberry Sauce

A no-fail summer dessert

By Diane Rossen Worthington | June 25, 2025
A hand holding a cigarette, demonstrates the concept of a "tarnished finger" – Image by Alikaj2582
From Our Readers

Why I Became a ‘Tarnished Finger’

Exploring the roots of his smoking habit, from infancy on

By Jimmy R. Coleman | June 24, 2025
Sign at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture in Richmond, Virginia, noting the pairing of the museum's Commonwealth Cafe with Stella's Grocery. Image provided by the VMHC
Food Finds

Stella’s Grocery Pairs with the VMHC

A Greek food and Virginia history partnership

By Annie Tobey | June 24, 2025

Latest

An evacuation route sign with dark storm clouds in the background. For How to Navigate Hurricane Season As You Travel. By Eti Swinford
Travel

How to Navigate Hurricane Season As You Travel

By Paige Cerulli | June 23, 2025
grandmother and granddaughter on a laptop possibly doing online puzzles. photo by Wavebreakmedia Dreamstime. For Jumble fun and games puzzle
David L Hoyt and Jeff Knurek

Jumble Puzzles: Bowling and Mom

By David L. Hoyt and Jeff Knurek | June 23, 2025
Lazy retired man watching TV in the dark room - the retired husband has changed. Image by Andrei Lysenko
Advice for Life

Her Retired Husband Has Changed for Worse

By R. Eric Thomas | June 20, 2025
The Blue Ridge Mountains surround you like a fluffy bathrobe, while the rustic yet refined lodging at Primland Resort in Meadows of Dan, Virginia, immerses you in comfort.
Travel

Summer Travel Destination: Primland Resort

By Annie Tobey | June 20, 2025

Popular

  1. Annie Tobey

    Treat Yourself to a Non-Alcoholic Buzz

    By Annie Tobey | May 23, 2025
  2. Fun & Games

    BOOMER Cartoon Caption Contests: Newest and Beyond

    By Brian Marsh | June 2, 2025
  3. Arts & Entertainment

    Live Music with a Side of Comfort

    By Terri L. Jones | June 20, 2025
  4. What’s Booming – RVA Events

    Make Plans for These Richmond Events

    By Annie Tobey | June 9, 2025
  5. Travel

    Summer Travel Destination: Primland Resort

    By Annie Tobey | June 20, 2025
  6. David L Hoyt and Jeff Knurek

    Jumble Puzzles: Noisy Cows and Happy Cat

    By David L. Hoyt and Jeff Knurek | May 12, 2025

Arts & Entertainment

Family

Food & Drink

Lifestyle

Travel

Nostalgia

Signup for BOOMER'S weekly newsletter

Copyright © 2025 Ross Media Solutions, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
BOOMER Magazine™ is a trademark of Ross Media Solutions, Inc.