AARP New York

Are you an aspiring entrepreneur or small business owner looking for support to grow or start your business? AARP Long Island is excited to offer an opportunity for anyone ready to take their business ideas to the next level!

Newburgh, N.Y. – Carole McDermott received yesterday AARP’s highest state volunteer honor, the 2024 AARP New York Andrus Award for Community Service for her many decades of volunteer work making sure homebound people received meals.

Here’s what to know, whether you’re a resident who’s working or retired, or if you’re considering a move to New York.

Celebrate Irish Heritage Month with AARP New York through a dynamic series of events honoring Irish culture and history. Discover the impact of The Great Irish Hunger and Mass Migration in an insightful webinar, learn how to trace your roots with Getting Started with Irish Genealogy, and feel the beat with a two-part Irish Step Dance series. Events are held on Tuesdays throughout March.

Organizations seek support for Energy Affordability Agenda

Opera enthusiasts, this is your chance to witness breathtaking performances at the Metropolitan Opera at a special price! AARP members and their guests can purchase tickets for just $50 each and immerse themselves in world-class productions. Whether you're drawn to timeless classics or contemporary masterpieces, the Met Opera's 2025 season has something for everyone.

Looking for a Valentine’s Day date idea? Join AARP Long Island for a free breakfast and screening of The Age of Love!

Governor Hochul gathered with AARP New York staff and members who presented her with a thank you card signed by 2,300 New Yorkers.

AARP New York proudly presents a 4-part virtual series introducing the basics of Modern American Canasta, perfect for anyone eager to learn this engaging card game. Beyond being fun, Canasta is a fantastic way to boost brain health, as it sharpens memory, strategic thinking, and social interaction.

AARP New York proudly celebrates Black History Month by engaging New York's elected officials to share their inspiring stories about why they chose to run for office, the significance of honoring Black History Month, and how New Yorkers ages 50 and over can actively participate in shaping local and state public policy. Through these conversations, AARP New York highlights the powerful connection between history, leadership, and civic engagement, empowering the 50-plus community to make a meaningful impact.