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All Online Events Newsletter
March 26, 2023 |
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| We've Had a Great Quarter! |
| Hi friends!
This is the last week of classes for the quarter. All online classes will be on break from Monday, April 3 to Friday, April 7. Classes will resume for the next quarter on April 10.
As we come to the end of the first quarter of 2023, we want you to know how much we enjoy engaging with you each week. We're grateful that we have the opportunity to help you build community and use technology to improve your lives. If you enjoyed this first quarter, know that we're just getting started!
There's so much to look forward to in Q2:
- 2023 Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete presentations
- New tech classes
- New travel events
- New discussion groups
…and much more!
Don't miss out on these special online programs happening this week:
- Wellness Wednesday: Intro to Pickleball, Part 2 on Wednesday, March 29 at 1:30pm EDT with Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete, Rick Clendenen
- Afternoon Dance Party on Friday, March 31 at 4pm EDT
See you online!
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– Nicole Alcime, Manager of Virtual Program Experiences |
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Never Fear, Tech Experts are Here!
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 Do you have any questions about your computer, tablet, smartphone, or other tech device?
Our new Senior Planet Community group, Ask a Tech Expert, offers a quick way to reach out directly to Senior Planet Technology Trainers and Verizon Volunteers with any tech questions you might have.
Haven’t signed up for Senior Planet Community yet? Click here to join!
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Online Dating – Share Your Thoughts
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 Have you ever used an online dating app or website? Are you curious to learn more about these services and how they work?
Senior Planet wants to hear from you! Click or tap the red button below to fill out a brief survey about online dating.
Let us know what apps you've tried, what concerns you have, and what kinds of programs you'd like Senior Planet to offer on the topic. |
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| Take the Online Dating Survey |
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| Weekly Fitness Classes |
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Click the button below to view our variety of exercise classes, meditation sessions, group discussions, and more!
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| Online Classes This Week |
Monday, March 27, 2023
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Internet of Things: Entertainment
Monday, March 27 | 11:00am to 12:00pm EDT
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This lecture will explore the many ways we interact with IoT on a day-to-day basis and take a look at how it’s revolutionizing entire industries.
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Internet of Things: Wearables
Monday, March 27 | 12:30pm to 1:30pm EDT
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Learn about the health, wellness, and personal safety benefits of wearable technology.
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Open Discussion – Lunch & Learn
Monday, March 27 | 1:30pm to 2:30pm EDT
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Join this discussion group to connect with Senior Planet participants from all over the country!
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Tech & Innovation Discussion Group – Canceled
Monday, March 27 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
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This program session has been canceled.
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Affordable Connectivity Program
Monday, March 27 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
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In this demo, you’ll learn whether you’re eligible for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP).
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UTSA Online Nutrition Social on Zoom
Monday, March 27 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
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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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Pride Discussion Group
Monday, March 27 | 4:00pm to 5:00pm EDT
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Join us for a weekly, lively discussions about all things LGBT+!
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Crowdfunding for Entrepreneurs
Monday, March 27 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm EDT
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This presentation will explore crowdfunding—fundraising by gathering small amounts of money from large numbers of people—online.
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WACI (Windows, Android, Computers, Internet) Group
Monday, March 27 | 5:00pm to 6:00pm EDT
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Got a Windows or Android device? This group is for you!
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Telemedicine
Monday, March 27 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm EDT
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This lecture provides an overview of telemedicine options and focuses on exploring virtual medical appointments with your doctor in real-time.
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Tuesday, March 28, 2023
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Protecting Your Personal Info Online
Tuesday, March 28 | 10:30am to 11:30am EDT
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This presentation will cover the ins and outs of how to protect your personal information online.
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Twitter
Tuesday, March 28 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
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Come learn about Twitter’s important features, as well as the service’s social importance and how you can access breaking news and important information even without signing up for a Twitter account.
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Tuesday Talks – Lunch & Learn
Tuesday, March 28 | 1:30pm to 2:30pm EDT
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Hear from a Senior Planet participant about how technology is playing a beneficial role in their life!
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Holistic Wellness Discussion Group
Tuesday, March 28 | 2:00pm to 3:00pm EDT
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Share your experience with holistic wellness
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Tech Talk: iPhones
Tuesday, March 28 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
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Have questions about your iPhone?
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Online Rx Drug Resources
Tuesday, March 28 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
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Learn helpful tools for understanding drug costs, comparing pharmacy prices, and finding discounts and coupons.
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Intro to Translation Tools
Tuesday, March 28 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm EDT
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This lecture will introduce digital translation tools and apps, such as Google Translate.
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Introducción a teléfonos inteligentes
Tuesday, March 28 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm EDT
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Hay tantos tipos de teléfonos inteligentes, ¿usted sabe la diferencia entre las diferentes marcas de teléfonos? ¡Aprenda con nosotros!
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Wednesday, March 29, 2023
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Affordable Home Internet
Wednesday, March 29 | 11:00am to 12:00pm EDT
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This lecture goes over basic information you need to know when signing up for home internet service.
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Wednesday, March 29 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
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Fitness Apps
Wednesday, March 29 | 12:30pm to 1:30pm EDT
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This lecture covers many different types of fitness apps, whatever your health and wellness goals.
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Wellness Wednesday – Intro to Pickleball: Part 2
Wednesday, March 29 | 1:30pm to 2:30pm EDT
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Join 2023 Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete Rick Clendenen to learn all about the fast-growing sport of pickleball!
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Introduction to Booking Vacation Stays Online
Wednesday, March 29 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
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This lecture introduces popular vacation rental sites, their common features, and how to find great deals.
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#AgeFriendly
Wednesday, March 29 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm EDT
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Aprenda qué características definidas por la OMS hacen que una ciudad o negocio sea categorizado como “amigable al envejecimiento”
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P2P Payment Services
Wednesday, March 29 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm EDT
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In this lecture, you’ll learn about some of today’s most popular P2P payment services, including PayPal, Venmo, and CashApp.
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Thursday, March 30, 2023
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Hosting a Zoom Meeting
Thursday, March 30 | 10:30am to 11:30am EDT
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Curious about Zoom meeting features? In this demo, we'll cover the most commonly used Zoom meeting controls.
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Programmable & Smart Thermostats
Thursday, March 30 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
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Learn about the benefits of installing a programmable or smart thermostat as well as incentives like rebates through the Empower Maryland program.
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Tech Discussion Group – Lunch & Learn
Thursday, March 30 | 1:30pm to 2:30pm EDT
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Come discuss different topics related to the latest technology trends and news.
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Mindful Meditation & Breathing
Thursday, March 30 | 2:00pm to 3:00pm EDT
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Learn about the benefits of mindful meditation and breathing, and spend time deepening your meditation practice.
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How to Choose a New Computer
Thursday, March 30 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
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This informational session addresses some of the most common questions surrounding how to choose a new computer.
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Practicing with Google Docs
Thursday, March 30 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm EDT
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In this demonstration we’ll show you how to use grammar and spellcheck, download your documents in Word and PDF format, use Docs to collaborate with others, and more!
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Video Chat
Thursday, March 30 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm EDT
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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 when on a video chat.
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Friday, March 31, 2023
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Getting Started with Zoom
Friday, March 31 | 11:00am to 12:00pm EDT
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Ready to start hosting your own Zoom meetings?
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Google Maps
Friday, March 31 | 12:30pm to 1:30pm EDT
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During this lecture, you’ll get an introduction to Google Maps and a demonstration of how to use it.
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Aging Discussion Group – Lunch & Learn
Friday, March 31 | 1:30pm to 2:30pm EDT
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Join this Aging Discussion Group to have open conversations about aging.
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Discover Live: Costa Rica, Cahuita National Park
Friday, March 31 | 1:30pm to 2:30pm EDT
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*Registration for this event is now full. Stay tuned for future events with Discover Live!*
Join Senior Planet and our tour guides from Discover Live as we make our way through a rainforest in Costa Rica!
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Intro to Learning Apps
Friday, March 31 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
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This presentation will introduce you to apps that help you learn different languages, explore the arts and art history, and even show you how to play instruments.
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Friday Afternoon Dance Party!
Friday, March 31 | 4:00pm to 5:00pm EDT
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End your week with a fun dance party!
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