Joyspan: The Art and Science of Thriving in Life's Second Half Online
Join us for an event with Dr. Kerry Burnight, gerontologist and author of Joyspan: The Art and Science of Thriving in Life's Second Half, as she discusses navigating longevity. Efforts to maximize lifespan and even healthspan don’t address the whole picture. Longevity doesn't mean much if you don’t like your life. Burnight introduces the critical concept of joyspan based on the science of well-being, contentment, connection, meaning, growth, choice, and purpose. Joyspan is a practice that anyone—at any age—can adopt to create a more fulfilling longevity.
REGISTER HERE for this Zoom program. A recording of the program will be emailed to all registrants following the program. Presented in partnership with Highland Park Public Library and Vernon Area Public Library.
Dr. Kerry Burnight taught geriatric medicine and gerontology for 18 years at the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine. Burnight's work has been featured in The New York Times, CBS Mornings, The Guardian, Oprah Daily, and more.
- Date:
- Wednesday, June 17, 2026
- Time:
- 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Time Zone:
- Central Time - US & Canada (change)
- Online:
- This is an online event.
- Event URL:
- https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CYPrmL3UTgKc5VJ7S2QgWg
- Audience:
- Adult
- Categories:
- Featured Lecture
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