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All Online Events Newsletter
February 12, 2023 |
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Share Your Expertise at
“Tuesday Talks” |
| Hi friends!
Do you have a tech product or topic you love and want to share with others? We want to hear from you!
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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Highlighting Black Voices for
Black History Month
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 Throughout February, we'll be spotlighting Senior Planet articles and AARP Virtual Community Center (VCC) events that highlight Black voices and celebrate the Black experience! This week…
…Read the inspiring story of Helen Battle's “Wish of a Lifetime” Granted! to see how one woman's dream-come-true helped to renew her purpose and enliven her life.
…Register for Cooking Class: A New Take on Red Beans and Rice on 2/16 to join the VCC in celebrating Black History Month with a variation on a traditional African American comfort food. |
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Bird Is the Word!
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 Are you a birder looking to meet other bird lovers? Have you started to notice the birds around you and want to learn more about them?
Join our Bird Watching Group on Senior Planet Community (SPC) to share photos and exchange tips with bird watchers just like you!
Haven’t signed up for SPC yet? Click here to join! |
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| Join “Bird Watching” on SPC |
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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, February 13, 2023
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Getting Started with Zoom
Monday, February 13 | 11:00am to 12:00pm EST
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Ready to start hosting your own Zoom meetings?
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Smartphone Photography
Monday, February 13 | 12:30pm to 1:30pm EST
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Come to this lecture to explore your smartphone's camera and some features like recording video, adding filters to pictures, and using your camera's timer!
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Open Discussion – Lunch & Learn
Monday, February 13 | 1:30pm to 2:30pm EST
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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
Monday, February 13 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EST
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Discuss different topics related to the latest technology trends and news. Hosted by Senior Planet at Avenidas
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Meetup
Monday, February 13 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EST
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This lecture introduces Meetup, a popular online platform for finding social groups and events all over the world.
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Pride Discussion Group
Monday, February 13 | 4:00pm to 5:00pm EST
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Join us for a weekly, lively discussions about all things LGBT+!
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Online Health Resources
Monday, February 13 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm EST
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This presentation will introduce you to the topics and tools offered on two reputable websites, MedlinePlus and Mayo Clinic.
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WACI (Windows, Android, Computers, Internet) Group
Monday, February 13 | 5:00pm to 6:00pm EST
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Got a Windows or Android device? This group is for you!
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Espacio de trabajo de Google
Monday, February 13 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm EST
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Su cuenta de Google es mucho más que solamente su correo electrónico. Le contaremos qué más puede hacer con su cuenta Google.
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Tuesday, February 14, 2023
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Internet of Things: Wearables
Tuesday, February 14 | 10:30am to 11:30am EST
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Learn about the health, wellness, and personal safety benefits of wearable technology.
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YouTube
Tuesday, February 14 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
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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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Tuesday Talks – Lunch & Learn
Tuesday, February 14 | 1:30pm to 2:30pm EST
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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, February 14 | 2:00pm to 3:00pm EST
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Share your experience with holistic wellness
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Meal Kit Services
Tuesday, February 14 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EST
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In this presentation, we’ll introduce you to some of the most popular meal kit services and their features.
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Online Rx Drug Resources
Tuesday, February 14 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm EST
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Learn helpful tools for understanding drug costs, comparing pharmacy prices, and finding discounts and coupons.
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Creative Creations
Tuesday, February 14 | 5:30pm to 6:30pm EST
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Do you knit? Embroider? Draw? Whatever craft you enjoy in your free time, let's create together!
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Graphic Design Tools
Tuesday, February 14 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm EST
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In this presentation, we'll explore the popular design platform, Canva, and demonstrate how you can get very creative with basic tools like Google Slides.
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Wednesday, February 15, 2023
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Hosting a Zoom Meeting
Wednesday, February 15 | 11:00am to 12:00pm EST
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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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Wednesday, February 15 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
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Google Workspace
Wednesday, February 15 | 12:30pm to 1:30pm EST
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Learn about some of Google's most popular productivity tools that are for personal use, as well as work-related ones.
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Wellness Wednesday – Lunch & Learn
Wednesday, February 15 | 1:30pm to 2:30pm EST
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Come discuss different topics related to health and wellness.
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Protecting Your Personal Info Online
Wednesday, February 15 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EST
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This presentation will cover the ins and outs of how to protect your personal information online.
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Fitness Apps
Wednesday, February 15 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm EST
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This lecture covers many different types of fitness apps, whatever your health and wellness goals.
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Spanish Club
Wednesday, February 15 | 5:00pm to 6:00pm EST
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Join us for a casual discussion group for beginner Spanish speakers.
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Online Tools for Contacting Your Lawmakers
Wednesday, February 15 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm EST
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Learn how online tools can help you stay informed and get your voice heard.
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Thursday, February 16, 2023
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Affordable Connectivity Program
Thursday, February 16 | 10:30am to 11:30am EST
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In this demo, you'll learn whether you're eligible for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP).
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Introduction to Heart Rate Monitor Apps
Thursday, February 16 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
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In this lecture we'll introduce several popular and free heart rate monitor apps.
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Tech Discussion Group – Lunch & Learn
Thursday, February 16 | 1:30pm to 2:30pm EST
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Come discuss different topics related to the latest technology trends and news.
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Mindful Meditation & Breathing
Thursday, February 16 | 2:00pm to 3:00pm EST
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Learn about the benefits of mindful meditation and breathing, and spend time deepening your meditation practice.
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Using Google Slides
Thursday, February 16 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EST
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This demonstration will cover using templates, adding images and text, sharing your presentations, and more!
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Book Club Discussion: Hide
Thursday, February 16 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm EST
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Join us for our discussion of Hide by Tracy Clark over Zoom!
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Asistentes de Voz
Thursday, February 16 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm EST
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Aprenda sobre los muchos dispositivos, los usos actuales y las implicaciones futuras de esta emocionante tecnología.
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Streaming & Smart TVs
Thursday, February 16 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm EST
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This presentation will introduce streaming: what it is, how to use it, and the variety of content available.
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Friday, February 17, 2023
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Podcasts
Friday, February 17 | 11:00am to 12:00pm EST
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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.
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Shopping on Amazon
Friday, February 17 | 12:30pm to 1:30pm EST
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This demonstration will provide a general introduction to shopping on the popular website Amazon.com.
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Aging Discussion Group – Lunch & Learn
Friday, February 17 | 1:30pm to 2:30pm EST
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Join this Aging Discussion Group to have open conversations about aging.
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Intro to Managing Your Privacy
Friday, February 17 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EST
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Concerned about privacy? Unsure about accepting cookies? Come learn about some essential privacy tips!
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