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This summer, AARP Maine is marking a major milestone—the 90th anniversary of Social Security—with free and fun celebrations you won't want to miss that combine sweet treats, history, outdoor activities and meaningful conversations.
Ninety years ago, our nation made a promise: to provide hardworking Americans with a foundation for financial security in retirement. Since then, Social Security has never missed a payment - delivering the money they earned to generations of families across Maine and the nation. On behalf of the nearly 200,000 AARP members, we invite you to join us as we celebrate this milestone and reflect on Social Security’s legacy.
We will be celebrating all summer long and invite you to join us for one or multiple of our events!
Get the Scoop on Social Security
Social Security puts retirement in reach for MILLIONS of Americans and helps us afford everyday expenses like groceries, gas, and housing. For many older Maine residents, Social Security is their only reliable, inflation-protected income source. At these events we invite our community to join us with a complimentary small ice cream and ‘get the scoop’ on the latest information about the Social Security program.
· Auburn: Fielder’s Choice
680 Minot Avenue, Auburn, ME 04210
July 24, 2025 6:00PM – 8:30 PM
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· Portland: Twin Swirls Ice Cream
865 Brighton Ave, Portland, ME 04102
July 13, 2025 6:00PM- 8:30 PM
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· Bangor: Fielder’s Choice
339 Odlin Road, Bangor, ME 04401
August 7, 2025 6:00PM- 8:30 PM
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Exploring the Frances Perkins National Monument
Learn more about the roots of Social Security and one of the key architects of the program, Frances Perkins. Through three community events we explore the legacy of Frances and the grounds of the Frances Perkins National Monument as she did. Throughout her lifetime, Frances Perkins often lived and found respite at her family’s homestead. We invite our community to join us as we explore opportunities for respite in Maine at the Frances Perkins National Monument.
· Meditation at the Frances Perkins Center
July 24, 2025 1:00 – 3:00PM
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· Introduction to Maine Birding at the Frances Perkins Center
July 29, 2025 8:00-10:00 AM
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· Introduction to Forest Bathing at the Frances Perkins Center
August 5, 2025 1:00PM to 3:00PM
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Swing into Social Security
Join us for a delightful celebration as we commemorate the 90th anniversary of Social Security. These events will feature a swing dance lesson from a local instructor, sweet treats, and music. Connect with one another as we celebrate this significant milestone together.
· Bangor
The Durgin Center 274 State Street, Brewer, ME 04412
August 8, 2025 1:00-3:00PM
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· Portland
Congress Square Park, Portland
August 14, 2025 4:00PM to 6:00PM
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