Senior Planet from AARP at the Mirowitz Center
The Mirowitz Center is partnering with Senior Planet from AARP to help older adults use technology to learn new skills, save money, get in shape, and make new friends. In fact, we are the only organization licensed to teach Senior Planet from AARP technology training curriculum in St. Louis County! Read more about Mirowitz Center’s strategic collaboration with Senior Planet from AARP and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) in this licensing testimonial.
In addition, the Mirowitz Center offers appointments every Monday for one-on-one, personalized assistance through our popular and free “Tech Tutor” program!
All tech programs are free and in person – no cost to register, but RSVP required. You may register online (registration is simple and only requires your name, phone number and email address), or email program@mirowitzcenter.org, or call 314-733-9813.
The Mirowitz Center is located at 8 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146. To check out the calendar of upcoming programs and tutoring registration CLICK HERE.
Sign up today!
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GETTING STARTED WITH DUOLINGO
Thursday, January 9
1:00 - 2:30 pm (in person)
Duolingo is a fun and free way to learn a new language! In this hands-on workshop with Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum, discover how to download the app and create a profile. You'll also figure out how to start speaking a new language by the time the class ends! No cost to register, but RSVP required.
To register online, click here.
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DIGITAL GENEALOGY TOOLS
Wednesday, January 15
12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)
Curious about your family's history? You don't have to be a genealogy expert to find out about more about your ancestors and create your own digital family tree! Mirowitz Center Trainer Jim Salih not only highlights numerous websites and platforms, but also shows how to access free online resources, including those available from many public libraries. No cost to register, but RSVP required.
To register online, click here.
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UNDERSTANDING DIFFERENT INTERNET PLANS
Wednesday, January 22
12:00 - 1:30 pm (in person)
Faster is not always better! Come learn about home internet options, so that you only pay for what you need. Mirowitz Center Trainer Ray White covers important terminology, from hotspot to bandwidth, and explains the best internet speeds for different kinds of activities like emailing and streaming. No cost to register, but RSVP required.
To register online, click here.
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UBER & LYFT TRANSPORTATION
Thursday, January 30
1:00 - 2:30 pm (in person)
No car or just don't want to be bothered with driving? No problem! Smartphones sure have changed the way people hail a ride today! Hop on board with Mirowitz Center Trainer Daniel Landsbaum and explore ridesharing apps. Learn about two of the most popular options — Uber and Lyft — and the pros and cons of both. No cost to register, but RSVP required.
To register online, click here.
Please check this webpage often! New classes being added for 2025!
Senior Planet is about much more than the latest gadgets, apps, and websites. We are a nonprofit organization that brings older adults together. Our free classes, articles, videos, and activities help seniors learn new skills, save money, exercise, make new friends, and so much more. Here’s what you can explore daily with Senior Planet:
