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All Online Events Newsletter
March 5, 2023 |
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| We Visited The Great Wall! |
| Hi friends!
Thank you to everyone that joined Senior Planet and Discover Live for the live tour of Great Wall, China.
If you weren't able to attend the event, you're in luck! You can view the video recording for a limited time here. This video will be available to watch through 3/26.
Check out our Discover Live page to see where we're headed next!
See you online!
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– Nicole Alcime, Manager of Virtual Program Experiences |
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Meet Fellow Gamers on
Senior Planet Community
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 Do you love playing mobile and online games? Are you looking to connect with other gamers?
Join our Game Time group on Senior Planet Community to talk about game discoveries (and obsessions)!
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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 6, 2023
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Finding Community with SPC
Monday, March 6 | 11:00am to 12:00pm EST
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In this demo, learn about Senior Planet's ad-free social media site.
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Intro to Managing Your Privacy
Monday, March 6 | 12:30pm to 1:30pm EST
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Concerned about privacy? Unsure about accepting cookies? Come learn about some essential privacy tips!
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Open Discussion – Lunch & Learn
Monday, March 6 | 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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Crowdfunding for Entrepreneurs
Monday, March 6 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EST
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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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UTSA Online Nutrition Social on Zoom
Monday, March 6 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EST
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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 6 | 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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Compras en línea
Monday, March 6 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm EST
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¿Ha comprado algo en Amazon? ¿Quiere saber si el producto que ve en la tienda es más barato en línea? ¡Venga a aprender más sobre compras en línea!
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WACI (Windows, Android, Computers, Internet) Group
Monday, March 6 | 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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All Things Zoom
Monday, March 6 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm EST
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This lecture will go over how to use Zoom to chat with friends & family, and take virtual classes with Senior Planet!
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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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Smartphones at a Glance
Tuesday, March 7 | 10:30am to 11:30am EST
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In this lecture you’ll learn about popular smartphones on the market and some of their pros and cons.
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Intro to Social Media
Tuesday, March 7 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
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Learn about some of the more popular social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn.
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Tuesday Talks – Lunch & Learn
Tuesday, March 7 | 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, March 7 | 2:00pm to 3:00pm EST
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Share your experience with holistic wellness
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Practicing with Google Docs
Tuesday, March 7 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EST
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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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Mobile Health Apps
Tuesday, March 7 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm EST
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Esta clase presenta aplicaciones de salud comunes, como la aplicación integrada del iPhone y la aplicación Google Fit.
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Creative Creations
Tuesday, March 7 | 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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Intro to Hosting on Zoom
Tuesday, March 7 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm EST
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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.
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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
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Telemedicine
Wednesday, March 8 | 11:00am to 12:00pm EST
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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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Wednesday, March 8 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
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#AgeFriendly
Wednesday, March 8 | 12:30pm to 1:30pm EST
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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.
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Wellness Wednesday – Lunch & Learn
Wednesday, March 8 | 1:30pm to 2:30pm EST
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Come discuss different topics related to health and wellness.
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Internet of Things: Entertainment
Wednesday, March 8 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EST
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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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Graphic Design Tools
Wednesday, March 8 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm 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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Spanish Club
Wednesday, March 8 | 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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Podcasts
Wednesday, March 8 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm 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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Thursday, March 9, 2023
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Internet of Things: Healthcare
Thursday, March 9 | 10:30am to 11:30am EST
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Come learn how the medical industry is embracing the Internet of Things (IoT) technology to treat patients remotely.
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Shopping on Amazon
Thursday, March 9 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
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This demonstration will provide a general introduction to shopping on the popular website Amazon.com.
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Tech Discussion Group – Lunch & Learn
Thursday, March 9 | 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, March 9 | 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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Internet of Things: Smart Cities
Thursday, March 9 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EST
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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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5G Technology
Thursday, March 9 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm EST
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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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Affordable Home Internet
Thursday, March 9 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm EST
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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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Friday, March 10, 2023
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Ridesharing Apps
Friday, March 10 | 11:00am to 12:00pm EST
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This presentation will explore ride sharing apps, which are also known as e-hailing apps.
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MyChart
Friday, March 10 | 12:30pm to 1:30pm EST
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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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Aging Discussion Group – Lunch & Learn
Friday, March 10 | 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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Mindfulness Apps
Friday, March 10 | 3:00pm to 4:00pm EST
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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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At this year’s Academy Awards, age only serves to enhance talent, with one senior earning his 53rd nomination at 90 years of age.
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| Open Thread: Title Your Autobiography |
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What close shave, narrow escape or lucky break would inspire your autobiography? What would you title your life story?
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