With AARP Massachusetts, there is always plenty to do and learn. This page does the work of keeping track of all of our free events, information sessions and more for you. Scroll below and find the events or series of events that are just to your liking or try something outside of your comfort zone. Thrifty Thursdays is our featured event series but if you scroll down, you will see more events from AARP Massachusetts. Click the blue links below to learn more & sign up.

Thrifty Thursdays: Every Thursday this October

AARP Massachusetts knows how important finances are to everyday life. That is why this fall, we are re-launching our virtual Thrifty Thursday  webinar event series. Virtual and built to assist you in better understanding and managing your finances, these events are free to attend, you need only sign up. Webinar topics are Social Security, Strategies for Managing Debt, Avoiding Scams, Planning for Retirement and Caregiving Costs. All webinars will be closed captioned. Bring your questions! Sign up by clicking the date and topic in blue.

• Thursday, October 5th 6:00pm
  Social Security: Understanding Your Benefits- If you would like to have a better sense of how Social Security works, this workshop can help! Sign up by clicking here.

• Thursday October 12th 6:00pm
  Strategies for Managing Debt- Learn essential strategies to effectively navigate the world of credit, including building a strong credit history and improving your credit score. Discover proven techniques to manage and reduce debt, using helpful tools that will enable you to have control over your financial future. Sign up by clicking here.

• Thursday October 19th 6:00pm
  Retirement Planning: Strategies for Today and Tomorrow- Retirement planning doesn’t have to be daunting. It’s never too early or too late to take charge of your financial future. Learn tips for determining if you are on track and learn practical strategies to help you achieve retirement peace of mind. Sign up by clicking here.

• Thursday, October 26th 6:00pm
  Social Security: Understanding Your Benefits- This discussion will focus on the decisions you will be making about when to claim Social Security benefits and what implications those choices may have on your finances. Sign up by clicking here.
  

• Saturday October 7 , 10:00AM | Worcester | In-Person
  Walk With A Doc- Join AARP Massachusetts for our monthly Walk With A Doc event! People of all ages, fitness levels, and backgrounds are welcome to these free, ongoing events. After a brief health discussion from a healthcare provider, participants will spend the rest of the time enjoying a healthy walk at their own pace. They are encouraged to ask health questions and socialize with others in a fun, relaxed setting. Sign up by clicking here.

• Tuesday October 10, 12:00PM | Virtual
  Fraud Talk Tuesday: Your Identity, Staying Connected and Protected- This virtual information session will outline four important steps you can take to protect yourself and your confidential information. Sign up by clicking here.

• Saturday October 14, 08:30AM | Fitchburg | In-Person
  Social Security & Medicare Forum- You worked hard for you money so it’s only fair you get everything you’ve earned and gain a better understanding of your healthcare options. Come and get your Social Security and Medicare questions answered and join us for a complimentary & light breakfast buffet. Sign up by clicking here.

• Tuesday October 17, 10:00AM | Natick | In-Person
  Speakers Bureau Training Session #1- Our Speakers Bureau volunteers give community presentations on subjects that affect Massachusetts residents. If you are interested in public speaking, have a background in marketing or education, or want to try something new: we invite you to an AARP Speakers Bureau Training in Natick, Massachusetts. Lunch will be provided, please email ma@aarp.org with any dietary restrictions. Sign up by clicking here.

• Thursday October 26, 10:00AM | Virtual
  Speakers Bureau Training Session #2- This is the virtual version of the Speakers Bureau training listed above. There will not be any lunch provided but you can tune into this training from the comfort of your home. Get acquainted with both the front and back end of the Speakers Bureau and sign up to learn more about what topics these presentations will cover. Channel your experience and give back with AARP Massachusetts. Sign up by clicking here.

• Tuesday October 31, 09:00AM | Worcester | In-Person
  Age & Dementia-Friendly Conference- Cities and towns all over Massachusetts have experienced a lot of change over the last several years, including transformations in how people of all ages and life stages live, work, and play. This Age and Dementia-Friendly Massachusetts event will explore how local leaders can implement strategies in urban, suburban and rural communities. Participants will be exposed to best practices and, insights in order to design approaches that meet the needs of residents in their communities and across the Commonwealth. This is taking place at the Holy Cross: Hogan Campus Center in Worcester, sign up by clicking here.
  

There are more events open to AARP Massachusetts volunteers & members in the scrolling list below. Also scroll down more to get access to and subscribe to our AARP Massachusetts YouTube Channel.

The information and resources available within our recorded events and information sessions are timeless and are also too important and too helpful to keep to ourselves. Watch and re-watch these recordings when you can and when you need them on our:

YouTube Page (Click here to access) -Subscribe to stay up to date on new events recordings.

AARP Massachusetts Media Library (Click here to access) -Available via our home page as well.