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Senior Planet in NYC Newsletter
April 21, 2023 |
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| Special Event: Protecting Your Personal Information Online |
| Hi everyone!
Senior Planet in New York City will be hosting an in-person class all about Protecting Your Personal Information Online on Wednesday, April 26 at 11:45am EDT.
This presentation will cover the ins and outs of how to protect your personal information online. We’ll cover tips for staying safe in cyberspace, like creating strong passwords, managing spam, how to recognize email and text scams, and when it’s OK—or not —to share your personal information online.
Click or Tap Here to Register
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Questions or comments? Email us at [email protected].
Have a wonderful weekend!
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– Stella Fosu, Center Manager, Senior Planet in NYC |
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“NYC Connects” Discussion Group
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 Friday, April 28 @ 3:00pm – 4:15pm
This Month's Topic: Coping with Fixed Income with Rising Inflation
Join us on the last Friday of each month at the Senior Planet center in Chelsea for “NYC Connects,” an open forum discussion group!
Here, older adults have a safe space to share their experiences, fears, and frustrations, and be reassured that you're not alone! Let's exchange and share information to help each other feel comfortable and empowered as we age. Registration is required.
| Register Here: “NYC Connects” – Fixed Income |
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Experience the Tech Tank
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 Tuesday, 4/25 – Intro to AI (using ChatGPT)
Thursday, 4/27 – The YouTube App
@ 1:30pm – 2:45pm EST
Interested in learning more about the latest developments in consumer tech? Want to experience a personal demonstration of apps, devices, and online services in a fun, safe, and supportive environment?
Senior Planet in NYC is hosting the “Tech Tank” — an informational session where we'll introduce new technology to participating older adults at the Senior Planet center – 127 West 25th St.
Please join us this week to discover Intro to AI using ChatGPT on 4/25 and the YouTube app on 4/27. A Senior Planet Trainer will be conducting a step-by-step walkthrough of each platform. Walk-ins welcome!
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Sign Up for Personalized Tech Help
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 Senior Planet is offering virtual, 1-on-1 tech tutoring sessions! Volunteers from Verizon will join via Zoom to individually help you with any technology-related questions you might have. You do NOT need to own a Verizon device to take advantage of this free opportunity!
To register for personalized assistance, please visit seniorplanet.org/tech-tutoring. Select your preferred language, and fill out a sign-up form. |
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| Online Classes Continue |
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| Can't make it to the center? Check out Senior Planet's free online programs!
Follow these links to view next week's online offerings:
➡ Online Fitness Classes 💪
➡ Senior Planet's National Online Classes 💻 |
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| Upcoming In-Person Classes |
We're excited to have you join us at the Senior Planet center in Chelsea!
127 West 25th Street · New York
Monday, April 24, 2023
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Morning Stretch
Monday, April 24 | 10:00am to 10:30am EDT
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Start your day with a short morning stretch! Senior Planet in NYC will be streaming the program into our center for those who would like to join fellow participants in person. Registration is required.
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Cloud Storage
Monday, April 24 | 11:45am to 1:00pm EDT
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our Cloud Storage lecture, in person! Registration is required.
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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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Introduction to Heart Rate Apps
Tuesday, April 25 | 11:45am to 1:00pm EDT
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our Introduction to Heart Rate Apps lecture, in person! Registration is required.
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Getting Started with Linkedin
Tuesday, April 25 | 3:00pm to 4:15pm EDT
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our Getting Started with Linkedin workshop, in person! Registration is required.
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Wednesday, April 26, 2023
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Morning Stretch
Wednesday, April 26 | 10:00am to 10:30am EDT
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Start your day with a short morning stretch! Senior Planet in NYC will be streaming the program into our center for those who would like to join fellow participants in person. Registration is required.
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Protecting Your Personal Information Online
Wednesday, April 26 | 11:45am to 1:00pm EDT
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our Protecting Your Personal Information Online lecture, in person! Registration is required.
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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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Getting Started with Instagram
Thursday, April 27 | 11:45am to 1:00pm EDT
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our Getting Started with Instagram workshop, in person! Registration is required.
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Gmail Tips & Tricks
Thursday, April 27 | 3:00pm to 4:15pm EDT
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our Gmail Tips & Tricks workshop, in person! Registration is required.
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Friday, April 28, 2023
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“NYC Connects” Discussion Group
Friday, April 28 | 3:00pm to 4:15pm EDT
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Join us at the center for a monthly discussion group with fellow participants and peers! This month's topic: Fixed Income Finance Tips. Registration is required.
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