Celebrating 90 Years of Social Security – Free events across the state!

This year marks a powerful milestone: 90 years of Social Security. Since President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed it into law in August of 1935, Social Security has been a cornerstone of economic security - ensuring Washingtonians can retire with dignity, supporting people with disabilities, and providing vital income after the loss of a loved one.

Over the past nine decades, not a single payment has been missed. That’s not just reliability—it’s a testament to the strength and success of one of America’s most trusted institutions.

To celebrate this important milestone, AARP Washington invites you to join us for a celebration event in your community. This is chance to gather with your neighbors, share stories, meet new friends, and take action to protect what you've earned. And it's a celebration - so of course we'll have cake!!

All events are free, but preregistration is required.  Click on the links below for more information and to register.

Friday, August 8, 2025
Let’s Dance!
Sea-Tac Community Center (13735 24th Ave. South, SeaTac, WA 98168)
5:30 - 8:30pm PT

Join us on Friday, August 8 for an evening of fun, food, and celebration, as we groove to R&B music from the ‘70s, '80s, '90s, and today. Enjoy a delicious meal and connect with fellow community members at this special event organized by the AARP Washington African American/Black Committee.

REGISTER HERE for August 8 Dance Event in SeaTac

Monday, August 11, 2025
Celebrating in Yakima
Yakima Convention & Event Center (10 North 8th Street, Yakima, WA 98901)
11:00am - 12:30pm PT
Lunch included

Join your neighbors on Monday, August 11 in Yakima for a 90-minute clinic with AARP’s national expert Jammie Lyell. Enjoy lunch, discover money-saving strategies, and honor nine decades of security by strengthening your financial future together.

REGISTER HERE for August 11 event in Yakima

Tuesday, August 12
Celebrating in Seattle
Town Hall Seattle (The Wyncote NW Forum - 1119 8th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101)
11:00am - 12:30pm PT
Lunch included

Join your neighbors on Tuesday, August 12 at Town Hall Seattle for a 90-minute clinic on how to get the most out of Social Security. Enjoy lunch, discover money-saving strategies, and honor nine decades of security by strengthening your financial future together.

REGISTER HERE for August 12 event in Seattle

Wednesday, August 13
Celebrating in Bothell
University of Washington Bothell - North Creek Event Center
18325 Campus Way NE, Bothell, WA 98011
11:00am - 12:30pm PT
Lunch included

Join your neighbors on Wednesday, August 13 for a 90-minute clinic with AARP’s national expert Jammie Lyell. Enjoy lunch, discover money-saving strategies, and honor nine decades of security by strengthening your financial future together.

REGISTER HERE for August 13 event in Bothell

Thursday, August 14
Celebrating in Spokane
Hillyard Senior Center (4001 North Cook Street, Spokane, WA 99207)
11:00am - 12:30pm PT
Lunch included

Join your neighbors on Thursday, August 14 for a 90-minute clinic with AARP’s national expert Jammie Lyell. Enjoy lunch, discover money-saving strategies, and honor nine decades of security by strengthening your financial future together.

REGISTER HERE for August 14 event in Spokane

Meet our expert

Prior to joining AARP as a program manager, Jammie Lyell served as a technical advisor during his tenure with the Social Security Administration. Driven by a passion for social services and positively impacting the lives of others, Lyell spearheads initiatives at AARP designed to enhance Social Security for millions of Americans. He has a master’s degree in industrial-organizational psychology and is currently pursuing his Master of Arts in Nonprofit Management at Johns Hopkins University.