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All Online Events Newsletter
April 16, 2023 |
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Share Your Expertise at
“Tuesday Talks” |
| Hi everyone!
Do you have a tech product or topic you love and want to share with others?
Every Tuesday, at our virtual discussion group “Lunch & Learn,” we are inviting a community member to lead a discussion on a tech-related topic that they are passionate about. Come share how technology has had a beneficial role in your life!
Click or tap the red button below to learn more and express your interest in leading a “Tuesday Talks” session:
| Learn More and Apply for “Tuesday Talks” |
See you online!
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– Nicole Alcime, Manager of Virtual Program Experiences |
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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 19th 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 this Wednesday!
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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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| 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, April 17, 2023
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Intro to Translation Tools
Monday, April 17 | 11:00am to 12:00pm EDT
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This lecture will introduce digital translation tools and apps, such as Google Translate.
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Google Maps
Monday, April 17 | 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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Open Discussion – Lunch & Learn
Monday, April 17 | 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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Instagram Basics
Monday, April 17 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
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This lecture offers an overview of some of Instagram's more popular features and will give you a taste for what all the fuss is about.
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Pride Discussion Group – Canceled
Monday, April 17 | 4:00pm to 5:00pm EDT
This session has been canceled.
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Online Health Resources
Monday, April 17 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm EDT
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Learn how to evaluate health-related information online.
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WACI (Windows, Android, Computers, Internet) Group
Monday, April 17 | 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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Twitter
Monday, April 17 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm 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, April 18, 2023
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YouTube
Tuesday, April 18 | 10:30am to 11:30am EDT
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This presentation will give an overview of the free content available on YouTube and show you how to navigate the site with ease.
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Job Searching in the Digital Age
Tuesday, April 18 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
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This lecture will provide an overview of how to use social media in your job search, demonstrate digital job searching tools like LinkedIn, and offer tips and advice to job seekers.
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Tuesday Talks – Lunch & Learn
Tuesday, April 18 | 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, April 18 | 2:00pm to 3:00pm EDT
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Share your experience with holistic wellness
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How to Choose a New Computer
Tuesday, April 18 | 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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Introducción a las redes sociales
Tuesday, April 18 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm EDT
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Si aún no sabe de Facebook, Twitter y LinkedIn, ¡va a querer venir a esta presentación para saber por qué son tan importantes!
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Creative Creations – Canceled
Tuesday, April 18 | 5:30pm to 6:30pm
This session has been canceled
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5G Technology
Tuesday, April 18 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm
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This lecture will explain what it is, how it works, and compare it to the previous generation known as 4G.
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Wednesday, April 19, 2023
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Money Matters
Wednesday, April 19 | 11:00am to 12:00pm EDT
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This lecture introduces online banking and goes over how to keep your financial information safe.
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Wednesday, April 19 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
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Virtual Museum Tours
Wednesday, April 19 | 12:30pm to 1:30pm EDT
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In this lecture we'll explore some of these virtual galleries, as well as digital tools that help bring art, architecture, and history to life!
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Wellness Wednesday – Let's All Move Together!
Wednesday, April 19 | 1:30pm to 2:30pm EDT
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Join 2023 Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete Gerry Smith for a guided exercise session — sitting or standing!
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Internet of Things: Wearables
Wednesday, April 19 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
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Learn about the health, wellness, and personal safety benefits of wearable technology.
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Lighting and Smart Bulbs
Wednesday, April 19 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm EDT
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This lecture reviews common lighting terminology like watts and lumens and explains the differences between the many types of bulbs currently on the market.
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Spanish Club
Wednesday, April 19 | 5:00pm to 6:00pm EDT
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Join us for a casual discussion group for beginner Spanish speakers.
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Fitness Apps
Wednesday, April 19 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm EDT
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This lecture covers many different types of fitness apps, whatever your health and wellness goals.
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Thursday, April 20, 2023
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Mindfulness Apps
Thursday, April 20 | 10:30am to 11:30am EDT
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This lecture introduces mindfulness and its physical and mental benefits, such as reducing anxiety, improving memory, and lowering blood pressure.
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MyChart
Thursday, April 20 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT
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Learn how MyChart can help you keep all your health information in one place, communicate with your providers, and have a virtual visit.
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Tech Discussion Group – Lunch & Learn
Thursday, April 20 | 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, April 20 | 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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Hosting a Zoom Meeting
Thursday, April 20 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm 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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Spotify (en español)
Thursday, April 20 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm EDT
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En esta presentación, aprenderá sobre las funciones importantes de Spotify, incluyendo cómo buscar canciones y crear sus propias listas de reproducción.
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Crowdfunding for a Cause
Thursday, April 20 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm EDT
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This lecture will give an overview of donation-based crowdfunding and explore two popular platforms used by individuals and nonprofits to raise money: GoFundMe and Facebook Fundraisers.
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Friday, April 21, 2023
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Internet of Things: Smart Cities
Friday, April 21 | 11:00am to 12:00pm EDT
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Come learn how the Internet of Things (IoT) technology is being integrated into even the most essential functions of cities across the globe.
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Internet of Things: Entertainment
Friday, April 21 | 12:30pm to 1:30pm 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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Aging Discussion Group – Lunch & Learn
Friday, April 21 | 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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Tech Talk: Android Smartphones
Friday, April 21 | 2:00pm to 3:00pm EDT
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Have questions about your Android smartphone?
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Discover Live: Edinburgh, Scotland
Friday, April 21 | 2:30pm to 3:30pm EDT
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*REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED*
Join Senior Planet and our tour guides from Discover Live for a virtual visit to Edinburgh, Scotland!
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Finding Community with SPC
Friday, April 21 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
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In this demo, learn about Senior Planet's ad-free social media site.
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Finding Purpose, Wellness, and Community After 60
Friday, April 21 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
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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.
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| The Latest News from Senior Planet |
| There are plenty of new articles and news stories to read over at seniorplanet.org. |
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As technology advances, Smart Home Security systems are becoming increasingly popular; the Techspert explains the basics.
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