September Events, Webinars, and more from AARP Massachusetts
Posted on 07/12/24
by Adrian Ramos, Ted Carey
Summer may be winding down but we've got you covered if you're looking for fun, informative events to keep the good vibes going. Tune in and sign up today.
- Hot Water Bath Canning: Making Salsa |Online
Friday, September 13, at 1pm
learn the basics of hot water canning, a technique used for tomatoes, berries and other produce with a high acid content. We’ll demonstrate how to use it to make salsa.
- Walk with a Doc Boston
Saturday September 14, at 11am
A great way to get out, get active, and enjoy all the benefits that come from walking. Walk your own pace and distance. When the weather is bad we will meet inside the Prudential Shopping Center and on good weather days we will meet at the Boston Common.
- Filing for Social Security: Sometimes Timing is Everything | Online
Thursday September 19, at 6:00pm
Social Security doesn’t have a one-size-fits-all solution, but knowing what questions to ask can help you maximize your benefits. Join us for a free virtual seminar to explore eligibility requirements, including how age, employment and marital status factor in, and helpful tools like the AARP Social Security Resource Center.
- Cultivate & Conserve: A Community Seed Saving Workshop Friday, September 20t, at 10:00 AM
Join AARP and Regional Environmental Council at the Worcester Senior Center for a hands-on workshop to learn the A to Z of garlic planting, from selecting the right soil to mastering planting techniques. Discover the secrets to a bountiful harvest and how to save seeds for next season's crop. Participants will go home with their own garlic to plant!
- All About Social Security & Medicare Preparing for Retirement: Social Security & Medicare | Boston
Saturday, September 21, 9:30 AM-12:00 PM
AARP has resources to help you make informed decisions about your retirement and your healthcare. You worked hard for you money so it’s only fair you get everything you’ve earned and that you understand your healthcare options. Come to Central Boston Elder Services and get answers to your questions on Social Security and Medicare.
- Community Conversation About Social Security | Northampton
Tuesday, September 24, 5:30 PM-7:00 PM
During this interactive Community Conversation with AARP, you’ll learn how Social Security is funded and about the future health and stability of the program. You’ll also learn how you can help protect Social Security for the hard-working Americans who have earned it. After all, Social Security is your money—you earned it through a lifetime of hard work.
Light food and refreshments will be served. This event is free and open to the public
- Spotting Scams & Staying Safe | Randolph
Wednesday, September 25, 12:00 pm
Scams can happen to anyone – but spotting and avoiding these criminals can become second nature when you know the right steps to take to protect yourself and your loved ones