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Gather & Grow
The Community Event Center from AARP hosts FREE interactive online events and classes designed for learning, self improvement, and fun. In addition to virtual events, Movies for Grownups helps fight ageism in the entertainment industry by encouraging films that resonate with older audiences.
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Virtual Exercise Class: Saturday Morning Zumba with FloVirtual Exercise Class: Saturday Morning Zumba with Flo
Date: Saturday, Mar 8, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. ET • 8:00 a.m. CT • 7:00 a.m. MT • 6:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Event Description: Rise and shine! It’s time to kick off your Saturday with an electrifying Zumba workout! This energizing virtual exercise class will introduce you to the fun and fitness benefits of Zumba, a dance workout mixing low- and higher-intensity moves set to Latin and World rhythms that is bound to get you smiling.
Link: https://local.aarp.org/vcc-event/virtual-workout-saturday-morning-zumba-with-flo-3qn5kkppnfr.html -
A Virtual Exercise Class: Try Low-Impact KickboxingA Virtual Exercise Class: Try Low-Impact Kickboxing
Date: Tuesday, Mar 4, 2025 to Tuesday, Apr 15, 2025
Time:
View the Event Schedule in link below
Duration: For questions, contact coaarp@aarp.org
Event Description: Join AARP Colorado for a six-week virtual low-impact kickboxing class in the comfort of your own home. Certified fitness instructor Krista Bonino will lead the one-hour class Tuesday mornings through April 15. Please note that there will be a one-week break the week of March 17 for Spring Break.
This kickboxing class is designed to boost your fitness, enhance your mental stamina and leave you feeling empowered. Krista will guide us in low-impact cardio workouts that combine the best of martial arts, strength training and brain-boosting exercises, all important to healthy aging.
Link: https://local.aarp.org/vcc-event/a-virtual-exercise-class-low-impact-kickboxing-syny7cvtczl.html -
What’s For Dinner Cooking Series: Roasted Zucchini FriesWhat’s For Dinner Cooking Series: Roasted Zucchini Fries
Date: Tuesday, Mar 11, 2025
Time: 2:00 p.m. ET • 1:00 p.m. CT • 12:00 p.m. MT • 11:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Event Description: Tired of wondering what’s for dinner? Take the stress out of mealtime! In this fun, interactive series, we’ll demonstrate simple cooking techniques to create meals that are healthy, delicious and budget-friendly. Using everyday ingredients and basic kitchen tools, these chef-led classes will inspire confidence and joy in the kitchen.
In this session, we’ll make Roasted Zucchini Fries, baked to perfection and guilt-free! These perfectly seasoned fries will be your new favorite snack or side. If you’d like to cook along, you can download a list of ingredients to have on hand.
Link: https://local.aarp.org/vcc-event/whats-for-dinner-series-roasted-zucchini-fries-xbnb9m9kbx3.html -
Garden Planning for a Bountiful Harvest: Tips and StrategiesGarden Planning for a Bountiful Harvest: Tips and Strategies
Date: Wednesday, Mar 12, 2025
Time: 12:00 p.m. ET • 11:00 a.m. CT • 10:00 a.m. MT • 9:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Event Description: Join AARP Vermont and the nonprofit organization Vermont Garden Network to collect the gardening tips you need to produce a bumper crop of vegetables this year.
It all starts with thoughtful planning that considers what your gardening goals are and what a plant needs to thrive. Topics include:- Planting calendars
- Direct seeding vs transplants
- Garden layout designs
- Soil health
Tips and techniques for increasing your harvest, reducing pest pressure and minimizing weeds will also be mentioned.
Link: https://local.aarp.org/vcc-event/garden-planning-for-a-bountiful-harvest-7rnpyxsg4vp.html