Treat yourself, connect with new friends, enter contests, explore cultural events, try something new, enjoy a game, or refresh your fitness routine—all in one place! Check here or your inbox each month for our latest newsletter, featuring free opportunities and offerings we think you’ll love.
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Gather & Grow
The Community Event Center from AARP hosts FREE interactive online events and classes designed for learning, self improvement, and fun. In addition to virtual events, Movies for Grownups helps fight ageism in the entertainment industry by encouraging films that resonate with older audiences.
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Fitness Friday: A Strength & Conditioning Workout for AllFitness Friday: A Strength & Conditioning Workout for All
Date: Friday, Dec 13, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. ET
Duration: 60 Minutes
Event Description: Led by instructor DaShaun Johnson, this workout tailored for every fitness level incorporates strength training exercises and revs your heart rate. Light weights, water, a towel and comfortable clothing are recommended.
Link: https://local.aarp.org/vcc-event/fitness-friday-a-strength-conditioning-workout-for-all-jnnydx4v3g9.html -
Cooking Class: Serve Up a Tasty, Low-Carb Holiday BrunchCooking Class: Serve Up a Tasty, Low-Carb Holiday Brunch
Date: Tuesday, Dec 17, 2024
Time: 2:00 p.m. ET
Duration: 90 Minutes
Event Description: Get ready to entertain this season by mastering two relatively low-carb breakfast or brunch dishes featuring pancakes and poached eggs.
Link: https://local.aarp.org/vcc-event/cooking-class-serve-up-a-tasty-lower-carb-holiday-brunch-gmnhhqmyr4h.html -
Fighting Fraud: Watch Out for Holiday Gift Card ScamsFighting Fraud: Watch Out for Holiday Gift Card Scams
Date: Friday, Dec 20, 2024
Time: 12:00 p.m. ET
Duration: 30 Minutes
Event Description: This month’s workshop on avoiding gift card scams will arm you with what you need to know before buying those last-minute holiday gifts.
Link: https://local.aarp.org/vcc-event/fighting-fraud-watch-out-for-holiday-gift-card-scams-pkndwgwhzzd.html -
John Coltrane Jazz Festival: A Virtual Holiday ConcertJohn Coltrane Jazz Festival: A Virtual Holiday Concert
Date: Friday, Dec 20, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Duration: 60 Minutes
Event Description: Get in the holiday spirit by attending a free virtual concert by performers from the John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival.
Link: https://local.aarp.org/vcc-event/john-coltrane-jazz-festival-a-virtual-holiday-concert-blnzqr7g68z.html
