The 1970s were a landmark decade in filmmaking, making it the perfect backdrop for a film series celebrating 50 years of impact by the Islip Arts Council and the 90th anniversary of Social Security. This free event series, presented in collaboration with AARP New York, highlights iconic films while offering resources for the community.
EN ESPAÑOL | White Plains, N.Y. — AARP New York was joined today by state and local officials in Westchester County to fight Con Edison’s proposal to raise its electric and gas rates by more than $2 billion. The attendees said the rate increase proposal would impose additional financial strain on hundreds of thousands of households already burdened by rising utility costs.
Join AARP New York for a Virtual Author talk with Stephanie Dray, author of Becoming Madam Secretary. Discover how Frances Perkins shaped Social Security and changed history. Don’t miss this powerful blend of literature and legacy.
AARP New York volunteers are a dynamic group of people using skills they’ve cultivated. They work to improve the lives of fellow New Yorkers — and not just folks age 50 and older. They may attend a hip hop concert and hand out fliers about Medicare. They might lend a hand at food drives around Thanksgiving. Or they may travel to Albany to make sure the governor and state legislators are aware of vital issues, like caregiving support and unaffordable prescription drug prices. Whether you love meeting new people, working on projects that matter to your community, or speaking up on issues that impact people 50 and older, AARP has a role for you.
Have you always wanted to learn how to dance? Are you a former dancer looking to get moving again? Good news! Dance is available to you at any age, and is good for the mind, body, and soul. While there are a variety of dance styles such as ballet, tap, contemporary, and hip-hop; swing dancing has remained popular for over 100 years! Swing is a style of dance that developed alongside the swing style of jazz in the 1920s. Back then, dancers would move to the tunes of famous jazz musicians such as Louis Armstrong, Count Basie, Roy Eldridge, Glenn Miller, and other greats.
At AARP, we envision a world where people aged 50-plus are respected and valued in the workforce. This vision also includes empowering the 50-plus community to start new businesses and work for as long as they need or desire. For many, the process of starting a small business is competitive and difficult to navigate. Prospective business owners and entrepreneurs are not offered the unique guidance and resources that they need for success. As people live longer lives and the nature of work evolves, the need to learn new skills and translate experience to new career opportunities will only grow.
Likely voters age 50 and over in New York’s newly redrawn 3rd congressional district centered in Long Island’s Nassau County and the new 22nd district in Central New York are leaning Republican but are unified on key pocketbook issues, according to AARP-commissioned surveys released today.
AARP NY is proud to present this 4-part virtual series with National Master John Michael Silvederio. The program will guide players through the complex and exciting game of chess, with lessons that advance from beginner to intermediate play.
A new resource from AARP is taking aim at protecting older adults before, during and after natural disasters and supporting communities in mitigating the effects of extreme weather events.
AARP NY is proud to present this 4-part series Mah Jongg… Something for Everyone! with instructor Stacy Budkofsky. Mah Jongg is an interactive community-building activity, but it can seem intimidating to those who aren’t familiar with the rules. This program will address various levels of play: beginners, novices, and advanced players alike may benefit from Stacy’s skill-building tips and strategies.