Looking to treat yourself, connect with new friends, enter a contest or giveaway, explore cultural and entertainment events, try something different, play a fun game or freshen up your fitness routine? Check this space or your inbox each week (a new e-newsletter issue arrives each Tuesday) for free opportunities and offerings that we think Sisters readers will enjoy.
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Here's what's happening between October 29, 2024, and November 8, 2024
Sisters From AARP Soul Sanctuary: Visit Our Members-Only Facebook Group Anytime!
You are cordially invited to join the Sisters From AARP Soul Sanctuary private Facebook group! It’s the ultimate online social media space designed exclusively for Sisters to get together and share our journeys of health, wellness and happiness in a safe, supportive, members-only environment. No drama, just a healthy daily dose of laughter, love, support and celebration created just for you by Sisters From AARP. Welcome! We look forward to meeting you!
Sisters From AARP Cultural Cues Word Search on AARP Games—Play Anytime!
This unique version of the Daily Word Search, created by the Sisters From AARP team, invites you to explore African-American culture and history in your world with featured and weekly puzzles. Become a master word searcher by discovering clues about fascinating people, places and things. Up, down, backwards and diagonal – words are hidden everywhere! How fast can you find them?
AARP Virtual Community Center
These scheduled events are online. Join from anywhere! Have a question about any event? Contact the email listed with the details for that event to connect with the team that is hosting it.
What’s For Dinner Cooking Series: Practice Pan-Searing
Tuesday, Oct 29, 2024
2:00 p.m. ET • 1:00 p.m. CT • 12:00 p.m. MT • 11:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Hey good lookin’, let’s get cookin’ and master pan-searing, a technique that adds texture to your meats and vegetables.
LGBT Quesday Monthly Writing Party
Tuesday, Oct 29, 2024
3:00 p.m. ET • 2:00 p.m. CT • 1:00 p.m. MT • 12:00 p.m. PT
Duration: 75 Minutes
Join this social gathering to mingle and share with LBGTQ+ people and allies of all ages and backgrounds.
Zumba Gold for Brain Health
Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024
11:00 a.m. ET • 10:00 a.m. CT • 9:00 a.m. MT • 8:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
The rhythm is gonna get you in this joint-friendly dance workout for older adults, which puts a modified mix of high- and lower-intensity dance moves to Latin and World beats.
Fitness: Dance Your Way to Better Health
Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024
2:00 p.m. ET • 1:00 p.m. CT • 12:00 p.m. MT • 11:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 40 Minutes
Keep on moving, don’t stop! Discover the joy and health benefits of dance and connect with others.
Yoga and Mindfulness for Relaxation
Thursday, Oct 31, 2024
1:00 p.m. ET • 12:00 p.m. CT • 11:00 a.m. MT • 10:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 45 Minutes
Try out the gentle movements and mindfulness practices of this online yoga workout.
Movies for Grownups: ‘Hocus Pocus’
Thursday, Oct 31, 2024
8:00 p.m. ET • 7:00 p.m. CT • 6:00 p.m. MT • 5:00 p.m. PT
Duration: 120 Minutes
Enjoy this campy Halloween classic starring Bette Midler and Sarah Jessica Parker. Rated PG.
Food Without Borders: Exploring Native American Food Culture
Friday, Nov 1, 2024
2:00 p.m. ET • 1:00 p.m. CT • 12:00 p.m. MT • 11:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 30 Minutes
In this episode of Food Without Borders we’ll dive into the sustainable farming practices and indigenous ingredients of Native Americans.
Friday Jam Sessions for Music and Brain Health
Friday, Nov 1, 2024
3:00 p.m. ET • 2:00 p.m. CT • 1:00 p.m. MT • 12:00 p.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Explore how music can enhance daily life and offer potential brain health benefits.
Cooking Class with Chef Christine: Get Ready for Thanksgiving!
Saturday, Nov 2, 2024
11:00 a.m. ET • 10:00 a.m. CT • 9:00 a.m. MT • 8:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Want to eat lighter this Thanksgiving? Try this heart-healthy feast of Turkey Cutlets with Cranberry-Currant Sauce, Roasted Sweet Potato Spears and Pumpkin Mousse.
Mindful Movement for Healthy Aging
Monday, Nov 4, 2024
12:00 p.m. ET • 11:00 a.m. CT • 10:00 a.m. MT • 9:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Try this mindful workout if you are looking for new ways to improve your health.
IndoRican Fitness: Jazz Dance
Monday, Nov 4, 2024
1:00 p.m. ET • 12:00 p.m. CT • 11:00 a.m. MT • 10:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
This groovy virtual dance exercise series explores the history and styles of jazz dance.
A Gentle Workout With Nia
Tuesday, Nov 5, 2024
11:00 a.m. ET • 10:00 a.m. CT • 9:00 a.m. MT • 8:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
This entry-level Nia workout incorporates gentle movements from expressive dance and martial arts.
Healthy Food, Healthy Mind: Roasted Mediterranean Chicken Salad + Hummus
Tuesday, Nov 5, 2024
7:00 p.m. ET • 6:00 p.m. CT • 5:00 p.m. MT • 4:00 p.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Tempt your tastebuds with new flavors, like Mediterranean Chicken Salad & Hummus, that'll transform your humdrum mealtime into flavorful, plant-forward dishes.
Feel the Beat! Try Line Dancing
Wednesday, Nov 6, 2024
12:30 p.m. ET • 11:30 a.m. CT • 10:30 a.m. MT • 9:30 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Instructor Pearline Stevens, will lead us in such classic line dance steps as the “electric slide” and the “wobble” to the beat of old-school jams and some of the latest hits.
Breathe in. Breathe out. Relax.
Wednesday, Nov 6, 2024
5:30 p.m. ET • 4:30 p.m. CT • 3:30 p.m. MT • 2:30 p.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
De-stress and renew your body and spirit with his gentle yoga class. All you will need is a mat, a small blanket and water. Yoga blocks and a strap may be helpful, too.
Creating Holiday Cards Using Colored Pencils
Thursday, Nov 7, 2024
7:00 p.m. ET • 6:00 p.m. CT • 5:00 p.m. MT • 4:00 p.m. PT
Duration: 90 Minutes
Get crafty and create joyful holiday cards using colored pencils. Artists of all levels are welcome.
Fitness Friday: A Strength & Conditioning Workout for All
Friday, Nov 8, 2024
10:00 a.m. ET • 9:00 a.m. CT • 8:00 a.m. MT • 7:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
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.
Fitness Class: A Total-Body Zumba Workout
Friday, Nov 8, 2024
11:00 a.m. ET • 10:00 a.m. CT • 9:00 a.m. MT • 8:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 45 Minutes
Join fab Zumba instructor Flo for an energizing but lower intensity dance workout set to Latin and World rhythms, that is bound to get you moving and smiling.