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Senior Planet in San Antonio Newsletter
May 22-26, 2023
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Smartphone Photography Lecture
@ the Thousand Oaks Library |
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Greetings!
Interested in learning how to take great photos using your phone? We invite you to attend a tech lecture on Smartphone Photography at the Thousand Oaks Library on Wednesday, May 24 from 11:00am to 12:00 pm CDT.
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! We'll also go over some basic tips for taking good selfies, selecting backgrounds, and using optimal lighting. This presentation will cover Android and iPhone.
Registration for this class is required. Please click the red button below to learn more and sign up:
| Smartphone Photography – Register Now |
Have a great weekend!
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– Darryl Greer, South Regional Program Manager
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Affordable Internet for All:
Share Your Experience |
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 The State of Texas is designing solutions to ensure that all residents have access to high quality and affordable internet service, devices, skills training, and digital support. To better understand these barriers, the Texas Broadband Development Office (BDO) has developed the Digital Opportunity Public Survey.
 The Public Survey enables households to share their experiences accessing the internet, devices and the skills training necessary to leverage their use for education, health care, economic development and access to essential services.
| Take the Digital Opportunity Survey |
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Staying Safe Online Workshop
@ the Thousand Oaks Library
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 Wed. May 31 @ 11:00am CDT
We all can benefit by learning how to be safer online.
This hands-on workshop reviews important tips for keeping your personal information safe while enjoying the benefits of the internet. Learn how to recognize suspicious emails, tips for safe browsing and best practices for shopping online.
This is a hands-on workshop, so please feel free to bring a device to practice some basic tips. Registration for this class is required. Click the red below to learn more and sign up:
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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 💻
Special Online Events for UTSA Program Participants:
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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OATS/ Senior Planet: Práctica de Zoom
Wednesday, May 24 | 2:00pm to 3:00pm CDT
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*REGISTRO REQUERIDO*
Venga a sentarse a través de una reunión virtual donde los participantes pueden aprender sobre diversos eventos y ofertas. Esperamos verte allí.
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OATS/ Senior Planet: Zoom Practice
Wednesday, May 24 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm CDT
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*REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
Come sit through a virtual gathering where participants can learn about various events and offerings. We hope to see you there.
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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. For COSA city centers, Participants must be age 60+.
Monday, May 22, 2023
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Mindfulness Apps
@ Bob Ross Senior Center
Monday, May 22 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm CDT
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*REGISTRATION REQUIRED AT CENTER*
This lecture introduces mindfulness and its benefits, such as reducing anxiety, improving memory, and lowering blood pressure.
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Smartphone Photography
@ Doris Griffin Senior Center
Monday, May 22 | 5:00pm to 6:00pm CDT
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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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YouTube
@ District 5 Senior Center
Monday, May 22 | 5:00pm to 6:00pm CDT
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*REGISTRATION REQUIRED AT CENTER*
This presentation will give an overview of the free content available on YouTube and show you how to navigate the site with ease.
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Tuesday, May 23, 2023
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Messaging Apps
@ District 2 Senior Center
Tuesday, May 23 | 5:00pm to 6:00pm CDT
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*REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
Learn about the most popular messaging apps that allow you to send texts for free when connected to WiFi.
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Smartphone Photography
@ Walker Ranch Senior Center
Tuesday, May 23 | 5:00pm to 6:00pm CDT
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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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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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Smartphone Photography
@ Thousand Oaks Library
Wednesday, May 24 | 11:00am to 12:00pm CDT
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*ONLINE REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
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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Virtual Activism Against Racism & Police Brutality
@ District 5 Senior Center
Wednesday, May 24 | 5:00pm to 6:00pm CDT
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*REGISTRATION REQUIRED AT CENTER*
This lecture will introduce digital tools that can help you support racial justice. You'll also learn how to contact elected officials electronically and confirm your voter registration status.
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Smartphone Photography
@ Thousand Oaks Library
Wednesday, May 24 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm CDT
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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, May 25, 2023
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Meetup
@ District 2 Senior Center
Thursday, May 25 | 5:00pm to 6:00pm CDT
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*REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
This lecture introduces Meetup, a popular online platform for finding social groups and events all over the world.
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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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Ask Joan:
Quickies! |
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Sex Columnist Joan tackles questions on sex toy etiquette, when oral sex hurts, and the importance of communication.
Read More |
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Antimicrobial Resistance:
When “Bugs” Bite Back |
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Antibiotic resistance, also called antimicrobial resistance, is a growing health hazard; get the facts here.
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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