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March 11-17 - Attend a Work for Yourself@50+ Workshop

The decision to start your own business can be both exciting and daunting. This virtual workshop will help you gain the knowledge, support and resources you need to take the next step. Find the next available date.

TUESDAY, MARCH 16, 4 p.m. - AARPR Rhode Island Virtual Healthy Cooking

Come cook along with Chef Mary Weaver of Newport Cooks as she prepares delicious dishes that include heart-healthy foods – Fatty fish, fruits and vegetables. On the menu: Salmon en Papillote, roasted vegetables and Blueberry Banana Baked Oatmeal Cake.

Miss this event? Click here to watch the March recording.
Past Zooms: February 2021, January 2021, November 2020, October 2020

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17, 1 pm - Free Virtual Showcase: Building Socially Integrated Communities

Join AARP Rhode Island and AARP Connecticut on Wednesday, March 17^th from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. for a free virtual showcase with Nicholas R. Nicholson Jr., PhD, MPH, RN, PHCNS-BC creator of the Zero Isolation Program: Building Socially Integrated Communities (BSIC).

In this free showcase, you will hear from past participants and program facilitators on their experiences in contributing to building a socially integrated community that helps you, your community, and others nationwide. The Zero Isolation program is currently being offered virtually with a telephonic pilot soon on its way.

 Who Should Attend the Showcase? 

• Individuals interested in learning more about participating in the program
• Students interested in earning placement credits in working with individuals from different generations
• Academics/Faculty of higher education interested in training/placements for their students and career paths in aging
• Professionals working with older adults looking for programming and training options for building socially integrated communities 

Register now.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17, 8 pm - Movies for Grownups: The Courier 
 

 A true-life spy thriller, the story of an unassuming British businessman recruited into one of the greatest international conflicts in history. At the behest of the UK’s MI-6 and a CIA operative, he forms a covert, dangerous partnership with a Soviet officer to provide crucial intelligence needed to prevent a nuclear confrontation and defuse the Cuban Missile Crisis. (Rated PG-13). Sorry. "The Courier" is now SOLD OUT.



THURSDAY, MARCH 18, 7 pm - Fraudcast: Impostor Scams – Spotting, Avoiding & Reporting

AARP is here to help connect you to the resources and information that will help you make decisions that are right for YOU! Plus, if you can’t make one of our free webinars when it’s broadcasted, register and you’ll get a link to view any time. Explore what you need to know about spotting and identifying fraud by watching our free webinar.

Register now.

FRIDAY, MARCH 18, 8 pm - Movies for Grownups: Super Frenchie

A feature-length documentary providing an intimate look into the life of professional skier and BASE jumper Matthias Giraud as he weighs the risks of his high-flying passion against the grounding effects of a young family. (Not rated)

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TUESDAY, MARCH 23, 8 pm - Movies for Grownups: Six Minutes to Midnight 

Summer 1939. Influential families in Nazi Germany have sent their daughters to a finishing school in an English seaside town to learn the language and be ambassadors for a future looking National Socialist. A teacher there sees what is coming and is trying to raise the alarm. But the authorities believe he is the problem. (Rated PG-13) Sorry. "Six Minutes to Midnight" is now SOLD OUT.

THURSDAY, MARCH 25, 7 pm - COVID-19’s Potential Impact On Your Social Security Benefit Decisions

How has coronavirus affected Social Security? Get answers at our free webinar. The decisions you make today about Medicare and Social Security could affect your benefits tomorrow. We’re here to help connect you to the resources and information that will help you make decisions that are right for YOU!

Register now.

THURSDAY, MARCH 25, 7:00 pm - Thriving in the "New Normal" - A Roundtable Discussion with Regina Belle, Judy Collins and Judy Torres
The conversation will focus on how our three musical guests – Judy Collins, Regina Belle and Judy Torres - made lemonade out of lemons in the midst of a pandemic crisis. We’ll discuss how they quickly adapted to meet the challenges of 2020 head on. 

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TUNE IN! SUNDAY, MARCH 28, 8pm - AARP Movies for Grownups Awards 

The star-studded virtual event will hosted by the iconic Hoda Kotb, NBC News’ “TODAY” co-anchor and co-host of “TODAY with Hoda & Jenna.” Featuring appearances by George Clooney, Sophia Loren, Anthony Hopkins and more. Watch on PBS (check local listings), pbs.org/moviesforgrownups and the PBS Video app.  

TUESDAY, MARCH 30, 5:30 pm - Inspired by Bridgerton: Foods & Elegant Entertaining in 19th Century England - Food Historian Series with Francine Segan, Presented by AARP

Renowned food historian, Francine Segan, will take us on a journey through the first half of the 19th century, an era of calling cards, horse-drawn coaches, afternoon tea, cotillions, lawn parties, and formal dinners… a time when even picnics were served on fine china. 

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TUESDAY, MARCH 30, 7 pm - Resources to Boost Your Job Skills

How can I keep my job skills competitive in today’s market? 50+ workers bring a lot of skills to the table—from loyalty and creativity to stellar time management. But staying competitive in today’s job market means keeping your skills sharp. Attend our free webinar for tips and ideas to help you update job skills and take your career in a new direction. You’ll learn what to consider, how to start and where to find low-cost learning resources that can help.

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WENDESDAY, MARCH 31, 7:00 pm - Menopause and Women's Health: The Bigger Picture

 This is the fifth episode of a five-part series designed to take a holistic approach to menopause and demystify the profound effects it can have on your body, mind, and spirit, whatever stage of the journey you’re in. Women usually think about hot flashes and other common symptoms connected to menopause, but don't often consider what’s happening to their bones, hearts, or brains when estrogen levels drop. We’ll talk with two medical guests about how menopause can impact and change the body in very surprising ways, offering suggestions for supporting the brain, bones, and heart as we age.

Register now.

Go back to school for a series of One Day University lectures, presented by AARP. Engage with top university professors on a variety of fascinating topics geared towards the 50-plus community.

Wednesday, March 10, 5:30 pm - One Day University Lecture Series, Presented by AARP - The Fascinating Lives of America's First Ladies Whether editing speeches and appearing on the campaign trail, presiding over White House renovations and social events, championing important causes, or functioning as the president’s most trusted adviser, first ladies have made significant contributions to the heads-of-state’s careers and to the nation. Systematically profiling six first ladies, Professor Watson will take a careful and illuminating look at some of the women who have served the United States. Register

Wednesday, March. 10, 7:00 pm - Taking the Mystery Out of Menopause This episode is the second of a five-part series designed to take a holistic approach to menopause and demystify the profound effects it can have on your body, mind, and spirit, whatever stage of the journey you’re in. We’ll chat with medical guests, bust the biggest myths, and crank up the conversation about this natural and normal transition every woman experiences. Register.

Monday, March 15 at 7:30pm - AARP Presents a Conversation with Terry McMillan Terry McMillan is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Waiting to Exhale, How Stella Got Her Groove Back, A Day Late and a Dollar Short, The Interruption of Everything, I Almost Forgot About You, and the editor of Breaking Ice: An Anthology of Contemporary African-American Fiction. Her latest novel, It’s Not All Downhill from Here, is the story of one woman’s plan to shake herself out of her midlife rut, and maybe, in reinventing herself and embracing the person she wants to be, find a second chance at love. Join us LIVE for a conversation and Q&A where you can ask Terry McMillan your questions. Register.

Monday, March 15, 1:30 pm - Online Health Resources This presentation will introduce you to the topics and tools offered on two reputable websites, MedlinePlus and Mayo Clinic. You’ll also learn how to evaluate health-related information online. Register.

Wednesday, March 17, 7pm - Let's Talk About Sex and Relationships - This is the third episode of a five-part series designed to take a holistic approach to menopause and demystify the profound effects it can have on your body, mind, and spirit, whatever stage of the journey you’re in. Learn about how menopause can affect vaginal health, and chat honestly about ways you can enjoy a healthy sex life even when experiencing physical changes. Also, hear suggestions on how to talk with your partner about your menopause journey. Register.

Wednesday, March 24, 6:30 pm - One Day University Lecture Series, Presented by AARP, What Makes Great Movies Great? - This presentation will illustrate some remarkable examples of cinematic mastery through technical innovation and complex thematic construction. Register.

Wednesday, March 24, 7pm - Love the Skin You're In This is the fourth episode of a five-part series designed to take a holistic approach to menopause and demystify the profound effects it can have on your body, mind, and spirit, whatever stage of the journey you’re in. We’ll talk with two dermatologists who will discuss the most common issues women have when going through menopause, with a focus on hair loss, estrogen-depleted skin, and a review of the most current treatment options. Register.

Wednesday, March 31, 7 pm - Menopause and Women's Health: The Bigger Picture This is the fifth episode of a five-part series designed to take a holistic approach to menopause and demystify the profound effects it can have on your body, mind, and spirit, whatever stage of the journey you’re in. Women usually think about hot flashes and other common symptoms connected to menopause, but don't often consider what’s happening to their bones, hearts, or brains when estrogen levels drop. We’ll talk with two medical guests about how menopause can impact and change the body in very surprising ways, offering suggestions for supporting the brain, bones, and heart as we age. Register. 

All lectures are free and held online. You must register in order to participate.

SAVE THESE APRIL DATES!

•  Tues., April 6, 7 pm: COVID-19 Vaccine Misinformation, a MediaWise Webinar Presented by AARP - Misinformation and disinformation are running rampant online. And the COVID-19 vaccine rollout has brought scams and threats to the public health. This MediaWise fact-checking training will improve your media literacy, and teach you tools and techniques for separating fact from fiction online. Join us for this live interactive webinar led by The Poynter Institute’s Al Tompkins. RSVP: Link to Come!
  
• Thurs., April 8, 7:30pm: Girlfriend Talk Live: Chef Vincenzo Giangiordano and author Sheryl Ness - Join us for a conversation with Chef Vincenzo Giangiordano and Sheryl Ness, author of "Love in a Tuscan Kitchen: Savoring Life Through the Romance, Recipes and Traditions of Italy." Sheryl will share what it’s like to move to Italy, fall in love with a chef, and learn to cook the Italian way. She may even share some recipes!! Stay online for The Girlfriend’s popular Girlfriend Happy Hour! Register now.
  
• Tues., April 13, 5:30 pm: Savoring Sicily: 2,000 years of History in 100 Iconic Dishes - Food Historian Lecture Series, Presented by AARP - Join food historian Francine Segan as she examines how a myriad of cultures including those of ancient Greece, ancient Rome, the Arab and Byzantine worlds, France and Spain influenced the flavors of this island’s iconic dishes. Register now. 

AARP RHODE ISLAND IS ON THE AIR!

In order to reach more 50+ Rhode Islanders during the pandemic, we've taken to the airwaves with weekly appearances on radio stations in Woonsocket, Westerly and Newport.

AARP Rhode Island Communications Director John Martin (the former Rhode Island radio talk show host) joins the conversation on Woonsocket’s WOON (1240 AM) Tuesdays from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. as a guest on the storied “Coffee an…” morning show. Later on Tuesdays he chats at 9:30 a.m. with host Bruce Newbury on Newport’s WADK (540 AM). Wednesdays Martin checks in at 8:10 a.m. with morning host Frank Proznitz on Westerly’s WBLQ (1230 AM /103.1 FM). Our newest addition is WARV (1590 AM / 92.7 FM) in West Warwick, where updates will air weekday mornings at 8:05.

In addition, 60-second AARP Rhode Island Updates air daily on the above stations as well as WPRO (630 AM) and on our newest additions, WARV (1590 AM / 92.7 FM) in West Warwick, where updates will air weekday mornings at 8:05.

Tune in to stay in the know! 

Feeling lonely and isolated can be overwhelming, especially at this time of year. But help is available – and it’s free. Click here to learn more about Social Check-in.

Improve Your Driving Skills - Online

Continuing our precautions against the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, AARP has made the difficult decision to cancel all in-person AARP Smart Driver Safety Classes for the remainder of 2020.  However, the AARP Smart Driver online course is available right now.  Participants taking the online course will be eligible for a special 25% discount through December 31, 2020.  You may also qualify for multiyear discount on your car insurance.

TAKE THE AARP SMART DRIVER™ ONLINE COURSE TODAY!

The AARP Smart Driver course is based on the latest driver safety research and insights. By taking the course online, you can move at your own pace from the comfort of your home. Over nine in ten people reported changing at least one driving behavior after completing the course. The course will teach you:

» Evidence-based safe driving strategies
» How to deal with aggressive drivers
» New traffic laws and rules of the road

Plus, upon completion, you may be eligible for a multiyear car insurance discount. Consult your insurance agent for details.

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Email Lorna Oinonen to learn more about becoming a volunteer with AARP Driver Safety in Rhode Island at jl.oinonen@gmail.com

Train online to become a Tax Aide Volunteer

The Rhode Island AARP Tax-Aide Program is seeking volunteers to provide help and assistance in the preparation of personal income tax returns.  Watch the video and then, to apply, just click the link below.