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We’re writing with an important message to let you know that we have canceled our external events until further notice. While convening events is a core part of our mission, we have changed our approach in light of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.

From mail order pharmaceutical operation to modern day advocacy campaign, learn about AARP's work to fight for affordable prescription drugs through the perspective of DC resident Mrs. Maggie Williams.

Need a speaker? AARP Speakers Bureau offers presentations on topics like family caregiving, fraud prevention, the 2020 U.S. census and job searching in the digital age.

AARP DC Executive Council Lily Liu recently attended an AARP DC sponsored- conference on “Chinese American Women in History,” and got a sneak peek at the new Chinese American Museum in D.C.

AARP members and their guests may purchase tickets online at a discount of up to 20% to select Washington Wizards basketball games where the Wizdom Dance Team will perform!

To prepare for the 2020 census, the U.S. Census Bureau is hiring thousands of recruits to work temporary jobs across the nation.

AARP Foundation Experience Corps trains volunteers, age 50 years and over, to tutor and mentor more than 30,000 Pre-K to 3 rd grade students throughout the country. This is an excellent volunteer opportunity for adults in DC looking to get involved and make a difference in their neighborhood!

We had an amazing time at the 2019 Citi Open Tennis Tournament! Our engagement included a free tennis clinic for 50 over 50, special entertainment by the Washington Wizards' Wizdom dance team and more.

AARP is excited to announce 159 awards as part of its 2019 AARP Community Challenge Grant program, including two grantees in the District of Columbia: Community Foodworks and Safe Routes Partnership. Learn about their projects to increase access to healthy food and make the District more livable for residents of all ages.

Here at AARP, we are committed to helping all older adults live their lives with dignity and honor — that includes those who are lesbian, bisexual, gay, transgender, queer (LGBTQ) and others.