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Senior Planet in Colorado Newsletter
April 10-14, 2023
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Next Week at Senior Planet!
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Check out the latest news & notes from the center…
- Welcome Back! Classes Start this Monday! 🎉
We will officially kick off the new quarter of lectures, workshops, and multi-week courses this Monday, April 10! We look forward to seeing everyone at the center!
- Registration is Now Open for In-Person, Multi-Week Courses and Program Series! 🗓
There is still time to register! You can find out more information on our offerings and register through our website, by phone, or in person at the center. Register now for the following course topics:
Android Essentials, Beyond the Basics, Chrome Essentials, Computer Basics, Computer Essentials, Creating Your LinkedIn Profile, Digital Tools for Creative Expression, Free Your Photos, Intro To Digital Culture, iPad Essentials, Money Matters, Online Basics, Practicing with Google Docs, and Using Google Workspace Tools… WOW! There's really something for everyone!
Click here to view all course info and register online!
- New In-Person Tech Help: Tech Talks! 💻
A Senior Planet trainer will assist you in a small group at our center to answer your questions about your devices. No registration required!
Have questions about your Android device? You can attend our Tech Talks on Android every Tuesday from 1:15pm-2:30pm MDT.
Have questions about your Apple device?
You can attend our Tech Talks on Apple every Friday from 9:45am-11:00am MDT.
Please join us on April 14 from 10:00am-4:00pm MDT at the Senior Planet center in Lowry for this special event. More information below!
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-Paige Bownds, Center Manager, Senior Planet in Colorado |
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The Best Day Ever
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 Senior Planet in Colorado is very excited to be hosting a special event called “The Best Day Ever” on April 14 from 10:00am – 4:00pm MDT!
This event is a chance to hear from participants and supporters about what your best day ever looks like, and how Senior Planet can play a part in making it happen. This is also an opportunity for you to share your feedback on what types of programs you want to see more of at our center!
Refreshments will be served, and Senior Planet swag will be given out, while supplies last. We look forward to seeing you there!
| Register for “The Best Day Ever” |
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Upcoming In-Person Classes
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Join these classes at the Senior Planet center in Lowry!
7585 E. Academy Boulevard · Denver, CO
Monday, April 10, 2023
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Job Searching in the Digital Age
Monday, April 10 | 11:15am to 12:15pm MDT
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*IN- PERSON*
*NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
Join us at the Senior Planet center in Lowry for our Job Searching in the Digital Age lecture!
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Innovation Mondays! Tech Tanks at Senior Planet
Monday, April 10 | 1:00pm to 2:00pm MDT
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*IN- PERSON*
*NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
Join us at the Senior Planet center in Lowry for Innovation Mondays!
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Tuesday, April 11, 2023
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eBay & Paypal
Tuesday, April 11 | 1:15pm to 2:15pm MDT
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*IN- PERSON*
*NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
Join us at the Senior Planet center in Lowry for our eBay & Paypal lecture!
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Wednesday, April 12, 2023
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Introduction to Social Media
Wednesday, April 12 | 11:15am to 12:15pm MDT
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*IN- PERSON*
*NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
Join Senior Planet in Colorado for our Introduction to Social Media lecture, in person!
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Thursday, April 13, 2023
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Getting Started with PayPal
Thursday, April 13 | 1:15pm to 2:30pm MDT
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*IN- PERSON*
*NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
Join Senior Planet in Colorado for our Getting Started with Paypal workshop, in person!
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Friday, April 14, 2023
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Intro to Learning Apps
Friday, April 14 | 9:45am to 11:00am MDT
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*IN- PERSON*
*NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
Join Senior Planet in Colorado for our Intro to Learning Apps lecture, in person!
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The Best Day Ever
Friday, April 14 | 10:00am to 4:00pm MDT
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*IN- PERSON*
*REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
Have you ever taken a moment to intentionally ask yourself, What would my best day ever look like? How can I make it happen?
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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 next week's online offerings:
➡ Online Fitness Classes 💪
➡ Senior Planet's National Online Classes 💻 |
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Innovation Mondays –
The Tech Tank at Senior Planet
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 Come dabble, explore, try out, and road test some of the most exciting technologies available on the market! Check out a selection of cool tech we think you will love, from the familiar to the cutting edge – all in the comfort of the Senior Planet center with an experienced trainer!
The Tech Tank is Senior Planet’s latest program which puts our Senior Planet visitors in the driver’s seat to road test and experience innovative technologies by joining our trainer-guided demonstration of the following technologies:
Times: Mondays @ 1:00pm-2:00pm MDT or 3:00pm-4:00pm MDT
No registration is required. Come as you are and bring a friend!
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| Learn More About the Tech Tank Here |
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Sign Up for Online 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. |
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. |
| Click Here to Learn About AR vs. VR |
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| Virtual & Phone Tech Help |
- Learn Zoom Video Conferencing:
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- Senior Planet National Hotline: 888-713-3495
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