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Senior Planet in San Antonio Newsletter
February 27- March 3, 2023
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| Cloud Storage Lecture @ Landa Library |
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Did you know that many of today's electronic devices don't need extensive storage capabilities? A lot of smartphone users store their photos, music, and documents in the cloud. If you would like to learn more about this technology, we have a lecture for you!
Senior Planet in San Antonio, in collaboration with AARP Texas, will be offering a free in-person lecture about Cloud Storage on Thursday, March 16 from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm CST at Landa Library.
In this lecture, you’ll learn the basics of cloud storage — a technology that lets you store documents, images, and other media files remotely while giving you greater accessibility, reliability, and protection for your important data. We’ll discuss what it is, why it’s the future of data storage, and demonstrate a few of the most popular services currently available to consumers.
This in-person event and space is limited. Register today to save your spot. We hope to see you there!
Have a great week,
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– Darryl Greer, South Regional Program Manager
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| SASPEAKUP! Needs Your Voice |
 San Antonio needs to hear from you. Our community and local government need the voices and insight of older adults. SASPEAKUP! is your one-stop website to participate in City Council meetings, surveys, events, and more! Create a profile today to customize notifications from the City of San Antonio and get involved.
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Highlighting Black Voices for
Black History Month
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 Throughout February, we'll be spotlighting Senior Planet articles and AARP Virtual Community Center (VCC) events that highlight Black voices and celebrate the Black experience! This week…
…Read The True West: America's Black Cowboys to learn about how these Black pioneers helped shape the culture and history of the American West.
…Register for A Celebration of 'Greenwood' on 2/28 to join the VCC for a discussion and montage of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's performance paying tribute to the history of Black Wall Street.
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Online Classes Continue
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 Can't make it to a local center? Don't worry! Senior Planet's free online classes are here to stay.
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
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These classes take place at Senior Planet partner sites in and around Bexar County. Click each class below for dates, times, and locations. Please visit each center to register for classes.
Monday, February 27, 2023
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Online Rx Drug Resources
@ District 5 Senior Center
Monday, February 27 | 5:00pm to 6:00pm CST
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*REGISTRATION REQUIRED AT CENTER*
This lecture offers an overview of useful online drug resources.
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Tuesday, February 28, 2023
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Twitter
@ Southside Lions Senior Center
Tuesday, February 28 | 4:00pm to 5:00pm CST
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*REGISTRATION REQUIRED AT CENTER*
Learn about the social network Twitter. Find out how you can access breaking news and valuable information.
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Understanding Bluetooth
@ District 2 Senior Center
Tuesday, February 28 | 5:00pm to 6:00pm CST
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*REGISTRATION REQUIRED AT CENTER*
Join this lecture to learn about Bluetooth wireless technology, how it works, and the way it impacts everyday life.
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Wednesday, March 1, 2023
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Smartphone Photography
@ District 5 Senior Center
Wednesday, March 1 | 5:00pm to 6:00pm CST
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*REGISTRATION REQUIRED AT CENTER*
Come to this lecture to explore your smartphone's camera and some features like recording video, adding filters to pictures, and using your camera's timer!
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Thursday, March 2, 2023
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Internet of Things: Wearables
@ District 2 Senior Center
Thursday, March 2 | 5:00pm to 6:00pm CST
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Learn about the health, wellness, and personal safety benefits of smartwatches and other wearable technology.
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| View All In-Person Classes |
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| The Latest News from Senior Planet |
| There are plenty of new articles and news stories to read over at seniorplanet.org. Here are just a few! |
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Wendy R. Friedman:
Mixed Media and
Morning Stretch Maven |
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Found objects are a lifelong source of artistic inspiration and creativity for Wendy R. Friedman, but finding Morning Stretch was a game changer.
Read More |
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Ask The Techspert:
How To Deal With
My Slow Computer? |
| Does your computer take forever to start? Is it running slower than molasses in January? Our Techspert has tips on how to speed up your system.
Read More |
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| We Want To Hear Your Story |
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We are looking for Senior Planet participants, Supporters, and past students located in San Antonio, TX who want to share the benefits you have experienced from our classes. You can share your stories of empowerment through learning technology, feeling connected by finding online friends, or discussing the impact of finding jobs or financial resources online.
Together we can inspire older adults in our community and disrupt ageism surrounding technology.
I would love to speak with anyone interested in this ask! Please contact:
Darryl Greer
Email: [email protected]
or Call: 210-504-4862
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| Learning, social connections, great conversations, and fun do not have to stop during this period of social isolation. We’re a community of people 60 and older who are harnessing the power of technology to change the way we age. |
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| If you’re reading this far down, we admire you. You investigate the fine print. You push past limits. You commit. In other words, we think you’re Senior Planet Supporter material. Senior Planet Supporters are part of a nationwide community of people over 60 who are aging with attitude and fighting to change the way the world views getting older. You can become a Supporter today in about one minute: just click here to make a donation that supports the work of Senior Planet and our parent nonprofit Older Adults Technology Services (OATS). No amount is too small–we mean it. Okay, we’re done. You can get back to your boundary-pushing life. |
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