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Senior Planet in the North Country Newsletter
April 16, 2023 |
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This Week at the Center:
Try Something New! |
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Hi everyone, I hope you've all had a great weekend so far!
Join us this week at the Senior Planet center in Plattsburgh for a variety of free programs, including technology classes, fitness sessions, and the brand new “Tech Tank” — a hands-on opportunity to try out some of the latest smart devices, like the Amazon Echo Show 8 with voice assistant Alexa. Scroll down for more information on everything Senior Planet has to offer!
If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected], or call the toll-free Senior Planet hotline at 888-713-3495.
See you at the center!
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– Jamie Sutton, Center Manager, Senior Planet in the North Country |
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Tech Tank: Voice Assistants with
the Amazon Echo Show 8
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 Monday / Tuesday / Thursday
@ 2:30pm EDT at the center
The Tech Tank is Senior Planet’s latest program which puts YOU in the driver’s seat to road test and experience innovative technologies!
Join our 30-minute, trainer-guided demonstrations this week, and learn all about the Amazon Echo Show 8: a voice assistant with Alexa technology and a touch screen.
What Participants are saying…. “The program offers a much-needed space for older adults like me who are eager to get up to speed on new technology in today’s evolving digital landscape. I encourage all older adults to get out there and try it out!”
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Be Inspired to Move!
with Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete Gerry Smith
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 Join 2023 Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete, Gerry Smith, on Wednesday, April 19 at 1:30pm EDT to find out how anyone can get the recommended 30 minutes of exercise each day to stay healthy and improve our well-being.
Click here to join Gerry's live virtual wellness and exercise session, Wednesday on Zoom! |
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Curriculum Corner: Infographics
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| Augmented Reality vs. Virtual Reality
 Have you heard of infographics? They're visual images such as a charts or diagrams, used to represent information or data. You might come across infographics while reading an article online, or in a magazine.
The education team at Senior Planet has created a new infographic all about the differences between two exciting technologies with similar names: Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR).
If you've heard of these tech terms, but would like to find out more using a new learning tool, click the red button below to take a closer look! After you've scrolled through the infographic, please take the short survey on the same page and share your feedback. |
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| Click Here to Learn About AR vs. VR |
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| Online Fitness & Wellness Classes |
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| Let's Get Moving! |
| Can't make it to the center? Join us for Tai Chi, Chair Yoga, Fit Fusion, Balance/Stretch, Holistic Wellness Discussions, and so much more — all from home! |
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| View All Online Fitness Classes |
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In-Person Classes at the Center
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These classes take place at the Senior Planet center in Plattsburgh:
Champlain Centre Mall · 60 Smithfield Boulevard · Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Monday, April 17, 2023
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Sharing Photos with a Smartphone
Monday, April 17 | 12:00pm to 1:15pm EDT
View event
In this hands-on workshop you will practice several ways to share photos with a smartphone.
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Tech Tank: Voice Assistants with the Amazon Echo Show 8
Monday, April 17 | 2:30pm to 5:00pm EDT
View event
Join us at the center for an interactive, hands-on session with the Amazon Echo Show 8 smart hub with voice assistant, Alexa!
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Tuesday, April 18, 2023
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Stronger Bones – North Country
Tuesday, April 18 | 9:00am to 10:00am EDT
View event
Activate the joints and muscles to become limber and increase mental focus and concentration during this exercise class.
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Tech Tank: Voice Assistants with the Amazon Echo Show 8
Tuesday, April 18 | 2:30pm to 5:00pm EDT
View event
Join us at the center for an interactive, hands-on session with the Amazon Echo Show 8 smart hub with voice assistant, Alexa!
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Wednesday, April 19, 2023
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Getting Started with PayPal
Wednesday, April 19 | 12:00pm to 1:15pm EDT
View event
During this hands-on workshop, you’ll sign up for PayPal and learn how to link a credit card or bank account to your PayPal account.
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Easy Beginner Line Dance Class
Wednesday, April 19 | 3:30pm to 4:30pm EDT
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The class will start by learning very basic steps to a variety of different music genres.
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Thursday, April 20, 2023
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Balance/Strength – North Country
Thursday, April 20 | 9:00am to 10:00am EDT
View event
Activate the joints and muscles to become limber and increase balance during this exercise class.
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Tech Tank: Voice Assistants with the Amazon Echo Show 8
Thursday, April 20 | 2:30pm to 5:00pm EDT
View event
Join us at the center for an interactive, hands-on session with the Amazon Echo Show 8 smart hub with voice assistant, Alexa!
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| View All In-Person Classes |
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Online Classes Continue
 Can't make it to the center? Don't worry! Our online classes are here to stay.
Follow these links to view this week's online offerings:
➡ Senior Planet's National Online Classes 💻
➡ Online Fitness Classes 💪 |
| 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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Use Your Phone
To Go Green |
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On Earth Day, you can become more eco-savvy by using your mobile phones and/or tablets and checking out these earth-friendly apps.
Read More |
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| Gerry, 75: Movement, Meals, and Mindset |
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Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete Gerry Smith is on a mission to avoid a diagnosis of diabetes by exercising, eating well, and practicing mindfulness.
Read More |
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