Events

You're likely to live a longer, healthier life if you stay active, and AARP members and guests can trim costs as well with a 20% discount from Venture Outdoors. The nonprofit organization connects people of all ages and physical capabilities to recreational opportunities in Southwestern Pennsylvania, promoting exercise amid the scenic beauty of the area. Activities include kayaking, hiking, biking and fly fishing, which promote endurance, flexibility, balance and strength - fitness goals recommended by the National Institute of Aging. To register for an outing, go to the Venture Outdoors website and use code Q1F0WPQT. The discount is good through Oct. 31, 2015.

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AARP recently held a successful “Life Reimagined” event to show people 50+ the paths to new and exciting possibilities. Over one hundred people attended the event which took place at the Bellevue Hotel in Philadelphia. AARP’s meaning for “Life Reimagined” is all about envisioning, evaluating, and making dreams a real possibility. The event’s two powerful speakers demonstrated this vision by sharing their personal stories.

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More than 1.8 million Pennsylvanians are caring for frail family members, and as the population ages, even more are likely to find themselves in that role. To inform caregivers about local resources and raise public awareness of caregivers’ needs AARP Pennsylvania is sponsoring a free event in Philadelphia at the WHYY Media Commons in Philadelphia on June 9, 2014 from 10:00am-1:30pm. The featured speakers will be experts in the caregiving industry, and local providers will answer questions about in-home services.

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Come celebrate caregiving at our free AARP viewing of the inspiring play by Garrett Davis' Mama's Girls, featuring a dynamic performance from a spirit filled cast. The play addresses the struggles and hardships of caregiving, and provides information that can help those taking care of their loved ones. Mama's Girls takes you on an emotional journey as these five sisters come together to face the reality of their mother's declining health. This life changing production will have you laughing, crying, and singing along. This stage play is part of Project Prepare to Care, a collaborative effort by Gdavis Productions and AARP that seeks to raise the awareness of caregiving. Be sure to stop by our AARP information table to find out more about what AARP is doing in your community to help everyone 50+ to live the best life possible. Registration is Required

AARP’s African American/Black outreach is centered around driving relevance within the African American/Black community and beyond. One way AARP accomplishes this is through our faith-based initiative being implemented across Pennsylvania, with special emphasis in Philadelphia county. AARP effectively provides relevant information and resources to African American/Black communities in many faith-based settings, familiar and trusted.

It is only in the giving of oneself to others that we truly live. - AARP Founder, Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus

With summer blockbuster season in full swing, AARP’s Movies for Grownups on YouTube is the place for previews of upcoming movies, reviews of current theatrical and home video releases and interviews with filmmakers whose work reflects the hopes, dreams, and experiences of older moviegoers. These movies aren’t just for the youngsters anymore, there is a wide variety of movies for the grownup moviegoer.