|
|
All Online Events Newsletter
April 9, 2023 |
 |
| Welcome to the Spring Quarter! |
| Hi everyone!
We're thrilled to kick off the spring quarter this week!!
We have some great programs in store for you, and I've highlighted a few of them below:
- 👋 Don't miss the Introduction to Nextdoor lecture on Wednesday, April 12th at 6:00pm EDT, where you'll learn about this social media platform that helps you communicate with your neighbors.
- 💬 Join the Finding Purpose, Wellness and Community after 60 group on Friday, April 14th at 3:00pm EDT to discuss life transitions, aging, culture, health and more. Make new friends and share stories about your experiences in life.
- 🏴 Register for our next Discover Live tour to Edinburgh, Scotland on Friday, April 21st at 2:30pm EDT.
- (If you weren't able to join us for our virtual tour of Costa Rica, click here to view the recording!)
Stay tuned for more exciting programs this quarter!
See you online!
|
 |
– Nicole Alcime, Manager of Virtual Program Experiences |
|
Sign Up for Personalized Tech Help
|
 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
|
| 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 |
|
| Weekly Fitness Classes |
 |
|
|
|
Click the button below to view our variety of exercise classes, meditation sessions, group discussions, and more!
|
|
|
|
| Online Classes This Week |
Monday, April 10, 2023
 |
Intro to Managing Your Privacy
Monday, April 10 | 11:00am to 12:00pm EDT
View event
Concerned about privacy? Unsure about accepting cookies? Come learn about some essential privacy tips!
|
 |
Digital Storytelling
Monday, April 10 | 12:30pm to 1:30pm EDT
View event
This lecture covers digital tools to bring out your creativity.
|
 |
Open Discussion – Lunch & Learn
Monday, April 10 | 1:30pm to 2:30pm EDT
View event
Join this discussion group to connect with Senior Planet participants from all over the country!
|
 |
Intro to Hosting on Zoom
Monday, April 10 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
View event
In this introductory lecture, we'll go over what you need to start your first meeting, as well as some hosting tips to make it a success.
|
 |
Mobile Health Apps
Monday, April 10 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm EDT
View event
This lecture introduces common health apps, like the iPhone's built-in app and the Google Fit app.
|
 |
WACI (Windows, Android, Computers, Internet) Group
Monday, April 10 | 5:00pm to 6:00pm EDT
View event
Got a Windows or Android device? This group is for you!
|
 |
Online Shopping
Monday, April 10 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm EDT
View event
This lecture will provide a general introduction to shopping online using the popular website Amazon.com.
|
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
 |
Smartphones at a Glance
Tuesday, April 11 | 10:30am to 11:30am EDT
View event
In this lecture you’ll learn about popular smartphones on the market and some of their pros and cons.
|
 |
Intro to Social Media
Tuesday, April 11 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
View event
Learn about some of the more popular social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn.
|
 |
Tuesday Talks – Lunch & Learn
Tuesday, April 11 | 1:30pm to 2:30pm EDT
View event
Hear from a Senior Planet participant about how technology is playing a beneficial role in their life!
|
 |
Holistic Wellness Discussion Group
Tuesday, April 11 | 2:00pm to 3:00pm EDT
View event
Share your experience with holistic wellness
|
 |
Podcasts
Tuesday, April 11 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
View event
In this lecture, you'll learn more about these audio programs available on the internet: why people listen to them, where you can find them, and what the most popular ones are.
|
 |
Fotografía con teléfonos inteligentes
Tuesday, April 11 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm EDT
View event
¿Nuevo en tomar fotos con su teléfono inteligente? ¡Venga a aprender las posibilidades!
|
 |
Creative Creations
Tuesday, April 11 | 5:30pm to 6:30pm EDT
View event
Do you knit? Embroider? Draw? Whatever craft you enjoy in your free time, let's create together!
|
 |
Ridesharing Apps
Tuesday, April 11 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm EDT
View event
This presentation will explore ride sharing apps, which are also known as e-hailing apps.
|
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
 |
Startup!
Wednesday, April 12 | 11:00am to 12:00pm EDT
View event
This lecture gives an overview of some important digital tools to help you get your online business up and running.
|
 |
YouTube
Wednesday, April 12 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
View event
歡迎您來學習如何使用 YouTube。
|
 |
Affordable Home Internet
Wednesday, April 12 | 12:30pm to 1:30pm EDT
View event
This lecture goes over basic information you need to know when signing up for home internet service.
|
 |
Wellness Wednesday – Lunch & Learn
Wednesday, April 12 | 1:30pm to 2:30pm EDT
View event
Come discuss different topics related to health and wellness.
|
 |
Getting Started with Zoom
Wednesday, April 12 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
View event
Ready to start hosting your own Zoom meetings?
|
 |
Video Chat
Wednesday, April 12 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm EDT
View event
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.
|
 |
Spanish Club
Wednesday, April 12 | 5:00pm to 6:00pm EDT
View event
Join us for a casual discussion group for beginner Spanish speakers.
|
 |
Introduction to Nextdoor
Wednesday, April 12 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm EDT
View event
This presentation will introduce you to the most common uses for the Nextdoor app and its main features, along with some best practices for using it safely.
|
Thursday, April 13, 2023
 |
Mandarin Multilingual Technology Program: 在網路上確保個人資訊安全 (Protecting Your Personal Information Online)
Thursday, April 13 | 9:00am to 10:00am EDT
View event
如果您對於使用網路有安全上的疑慮，不妨來聽聽這堂講座。由在 Avenidas 的 Senior Planet 創辦
|
|
All Things Zoom
Thursday, April 13 | 10:30am to 11:00am EDT
View event
This lecture will go over how to use Zoom to chat with friends & family, and take virtual classes with Senior Planet!
|
|
Protecting Your Personal Info Online
Thursday, April 13 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
View event
This presentation will cover the ins and outs of how to protect your personal information online.
|
 |
Tech Discussion Group – Lunch & Learn
Thursday, April 13 | 1:30pm to 2:30pm EDT
View event
Come discuss different topics related to the latest technology trends and news.
|
 |
Mindful Meditation & Breathing
Thursday, April 13 | 2:00pm to 3:00pm EDT
View event
Learn about the benefits of mindful meditation and breathing, and spend time deepening your meditation practice.
|
|
Affordable Connectivity Program
Thursday, April 13 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
View event
In this demo, you'll learn whether you're eligible for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP).
|
 |
Herramientas de diseño gráfico
Thursday, April 13 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm EDT
View event
Aproveche de muchas de las herramientas gratuitas de diseño en línea para su próximo proyecto creativo.
|
 |
Internet of Things
Thursday, April 13 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm EDT
View event
This lecture provides an overview of the vast world of the Internet of Things and discusses best practices for keeping your devices secure.
|
Friday, April 14, 2023
 |
Facebook
Friday, April 14 | 11:00am to 12:00pm EDT
View event
This lecture offers an overview of Facebook’s evolution, its most popular features, and tips for getting in on the action.
|
 |
#AgeFriendly
Friday, April 14 | 12:30pm to 1:30pm EDT
View event
In this lecture, you’ll learn about the World Health Organization's eight elements of an age-friendly city and what makes a business age friendly.
|
 |
Aging Discussion Group – Lunch & Learn
Friday, April 14 | 1:30pm to 2:30pm EDT
View event
Join this Aging Discussion Group to have open conversations about aging.
|
 |
Tech Talk: Smart Consumerism
Friday, April 14 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
View event
Have questions about purchasing the right computer, laptop, or smartphone?
|
 |
Telemedicine
Friday, April 14 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
View event
This lecture provides an overview of telemedicine options and focuses on exploring virtual medical appointments with your doctor in real-time.
|
 |
Finding Purpose, Wellness, and Community After 60
Friday, April 14 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
View event
Join this ongoing conversation about the challenges of life transitions, aging, culture, health and more. Make new friends and share stories about your experiences in life.
|
|
|
|
| The Latest News from Senior Planet |
| There are plenty of new articles and news stories to read over at seniorplanet.org. |
 |
| Open Thread: Fashions To Bring Back in Style |
|
High waisted jeans, shoulder pads, hats — what fashions do you wish would come back? Let us know in the comments!
Read More |
|
 |
Meet the
Volunteers!! |
|
April is Volunteer Appreciation Month, so meet Rose, Doodle, and Victoria — just three of the dozens of wonderful Senior Planet Volunteers.
Read More |
|
|
|
|
|
| If you’re reading this far down, we admire you. You investigate the fine print. You push past limits. You commit. In other words, we think you’re Senior Planet Supporter material. Senior Planet Supporters are part of a nationwide community of people over 60 who are aging with attitude and fighting to change the way the world views getting older. You can become a Supporter today in about one minute: just click here to make a donation that supports the work of Senior Planet and our parent nonprofit Older Adults Technology Services (OATS). No amount is too small–we mean it. Okay, we’re done. You can get back to your boundary-pushing life. |
|
Want to change how you receive these emails?
You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.
Learn about our privacy policy | Copyright © 2023 OATS/Senior Planet, All rights reserved. OATS and Senior Planet are charitable affiliates of AARP.
|
|
|
