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Senior Planet in NYC Newsletter
February 3, 2023 |
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| Featured Class: Video Chat |
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Hi everyone, I hope you've all had a great week!
Video chat apps are a way to connect with family and friends, locally or internationally, and even when you’re traveling. They let you see the people you’re chatting with on the other end of the line.
Senior Planet in New York City will be hosting an in-person class all about Video Chat on Monday, February 6th at 3:00pm EST.
In this lecture, you’ll find out about some commonly used, no or low-cost video chat apps, learn about their features, and explore video chat tips so you can present your best self!
To register for this in-person class, please click or tap the red button below:
| Register for “Video Chat” |
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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TODAY: Discover Live – Croatia
Spots Still Available! Register Now
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 When:
TODAY, Feb. 3 at 1:30pm EST
Where:
The Senior Planet center
127 W 25th St.
Join Senior Planet in NYC and Discover Live as we embark on a virtual journey, walking the streets of Dubrovnik, Croatia with experienced Discover Live tour guides – in real time and LIVE!
Register below, and then come to this center this afternoon for the tour! The entire walk through the city of Dubrovnik will be like one big moving postcard, as the beauty of the town will blow your mind. A true screen shot experience!
**Limited spots remain – Registration is required**
| Register Here: Discover Live – Croatia |
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Experience the Tech Tank!
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Monday, 2/6 @ 1:00pm – 1:30pm EST
Wednesday, 2/8 @ 1:00pm – 1:30pm EST
 Interested in learning more about voice assistants and smart speakers? Have you ever wanted to experiment using one of these devices in a fun, safe, and supportive environment?
Senior Planet in NYC is hosting “Tech Tank” — a 30-minute session where we'll introduce a piece of technology to participating older adults at the Senior Planet center – 127 West 25th St.
Please join us for these “Tech Tank” sessions where we will be introducing the Amazon Echo Show 8. You’ll have the opportunity to experiment and receive instructional support on how to use this exciting device. Walk-ins welcome! |
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| Online Classes Continue |
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| 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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| 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.
TODAY, February 3, 2023
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Using Facebook Messenger
Friday, February 3 | 11:45am to 1:00pm EST
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our Using Facebook Messenger workshop, in person! Registration is required.
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Discover Live: Dubrovnik, Croatia
Friday, February 3 | 1:30pm to 2:30pm EST
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Join Senior Planet and our tour guides from Discover Live as we make our way through Dubrovnik, Coratia! Registration is required.
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Telemedicine
Friday, February 3 | 3:00pm to 4:15pm EST
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our Telemedicine lecture, in person! Registration is required.
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Monday, February 6, 2023
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P2P Payment
Monday, February 6 | 10:15am to 11:30am EST
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our peer-to-peer (P2P) payment lecture, in person! Registration is required.
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Voice Assistants
Monday, February 6 | 11:45am to 1:00pm EST
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our Voice Assistants lecture, in person! Registration is required.
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YouTube
Monday, February 6 | 3:00pm to 4:15pm EST
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for YouTube lecture, in person! Registration is required.
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Video Chat
Monday, February 6 | 3:00pm to 4:15pm EST
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our Video Chat lecture, in person! Registration is required.
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Tuesday, February 7, 2023
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Getting Started with LinkedIn
Tuesday, February 7 | 10:15am to 11:30am EST
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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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Sharing Photos on iPhones
Tuesday, February 7 | 11:45am to 1:00pm EST
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our Sharing Photos on iPhones workshop, in person! Registration is required.
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Getting Started with Spotify
Tuesday, February 7 | 3:00pm to 4:15pm EST
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our Getting Started with Spotify workshop, in person! Registration is required.
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Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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Online Health Resources
Wednesday, February 8 | 10:15am to 11:30am EST
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our Online Health Resources lecture, in person! Registration is required.
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Using Google Drive
Wednesday, February 8 | 11:45am to 1:00pm EST
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our Using Google Drive workshop, in person! Registration is required.
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Getting Started with PayPal
Wednesday, February 8 | 3:00pm to 4:15pm EST
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our Getting Started with PayPal workshop, in person! Registration is required.
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All Things Zoom
Wednesday, February 8 | 3:00pm to 4:15pm EST
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our All Things Zoom lecture, in person! Registration is required.
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Thursday, February 9, 2023
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Gmail Tips & Tricks Workshop
Thursday, February 9 | 10:15am to 11:30am EST
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our Gmail Tips & Tricks workshop, in person! Registration is required.
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Affordable Home Internet
Thursday, February 9 | 11:45am to 1:00pm EST
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our Affordable Home Internet lecture, in person! Registration is required.
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Mindfulness Apps
Thursday, February 9 | 3:00pm to 4:15pm EST
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our Mindfulness Apps lectures, in person! Registration is required.
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Friday, February 10, 2023
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Using Facebook Marketplace
Friday, February 10 | 11:45am to 1:00pm EST
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our Using Facebook Marketplace workshop, in person! Registration is required.
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Getting Started with Venmo
Friday, February 10 | 1:30pm to 2:45pm EST
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our Getting Started with Venmo workshop, in person! Registration is required.
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My Chart
Friday, February 10 | 3:00pm to 4:15pm EST
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Join Senior Planet in NYC for our MyChart lecture, in person! Registration is required.
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