Looking to treat yourself, connect with new friends, enter a contest or giveaway, explore cultural and entertainment events, try something different, play a fun game or freshen up your fitness routine? Check this space or your inbox each week (a new e-newsletter issue arrives each Tuesday) for free opportunities and offerings that we think Sisters readers will enjoy.
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Here's what's happening between April 9, 2024 and April 15, 2024.
Sisters From AARP Soul Sanctuary: Visit Our Members-Only Facebook Group Anytime!
You are cordially invited to join the Sisters From AARP Soul Sanctuary private Facebook group! It’s the ultimate online social media space designed exclusively for Sisters to get together and share our journeys of health, wellness and happiness in a safe, supportive, members-only environment. No drama, just a healthy daily dose of laughter, love, support and celebration created just for you by Sisters From AARP. Welcome! We look forward to meeting you!
Sisters From AARP Cultural Cues Word Search on AARP Games—Play Anytime!
This unique version of the Daily Word Search, created by the Sisters From AARP team, invites you to explore African-American culture and history in your world with featured and weekly puzzles. Become a master word searcher by discovering clues about fascinating people, places and things. Up, down, backwards and diagonal – words are hidden everywhere! How fast can you find them?
AARP Virtual Community Center
These scheduled events are online. Join from anywhere!
Cooking Class: Silver Palate Favorites
Tuesday, Apr 9, 2024
2:00 p.m. ET • 1:00 p.m. CT • 12:00 p.m. MT • 11:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 90 Minutes
Whether you are a cook of “a certain age" who remembers “The Silver Palate Cookbook” or this is your first introduction, join in the cooking fun as Chef Liz Barbour demonstrates two of her favorite old-school recipes: the Silver Palate Chicken Marbella and Chocolate Cake.
If you like, you can download a list of ingredients to have on hand, as Liz takes you step-by-step through each recipe to build your confidence and inspire you to prepare meals more often - and more healthfully - at home.
Holistic Health: Happy Hands and Feet
Tuesday, Apr 9, 2024
3:00 p.m. ET • 2:00 p.m. CT • 1:00 p.m. MT • 12:00 p.m. PT
Duration: 90 Minutes
Are your tootsies tired? Gain a better understanding of the anatomy of your foot as you use a Pinky Ball and therapeutic movement to release fascia and engage the arches of your feet. This sequence is aimed at soothing achy feet and plantar fasciitis, and at finding more balance and stability and the possibility of greater movement.
We’ll also explore how the Pinky Ball (see an example of one) can be a fabulous tool for caring for your hands. Much of the movement can be performed in a chair. Please consult a physician before beginning any new exercise regimen.
Put on Your Cowboy Boots and Try Line Dancing
Wednesday, Apr 10, 2024
12:00 p.m. ET • 11:00 a.m. CT • 10:00 a.m. MT • 9:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Lots of people have tried the electric slide, but there’s so much more to discover. Especially if you can show off some country line dancing moves to Beyonce’s “Texas Hold ‘Em”!
This virtual exercise class will cover basic country line dancing steps, from the shuffle to the Charleston to the grapevine. So put your best two-step forward and find out how much fun and heart healthy it can be to dance.
Participants of all experience levels and abilities are welcome. Please consult your physician before beginning any new exercise regimen.
Treat Yourself to a Virtual ‘Paint and Sip’ Class
Wednesday, Apr 10, 2024
6:00 p.m. ET • 5:00 p.m. CT • 4:00 p.m. MT • 3:00 p.m. PT
Duration: 90 Minutes
Did someone say paint and sip? Sign us up! Caregivers or anyone else who needs a break and wants to tap into their creative side are welcome to join this virtual class.
Grab your favorite beverage and follow step-by-step guidance as you try your hand at painting Poppies. AARP will also provide a brief presentation about available caregiving resources.
Supplies:
● A canvas, canvas board, or acrylic paper (recommend 9"x 12" or 11" x 14" but any size works).
● Easel (optional)
● Acrylic paints: red, blue, yellow, white and black; green is optional (we will also blend it in class)
● 3-5 brushes, from large to fine-detail sizes
● Pencil for composition sketching
● A cup of water to rinse brushes
● Small plate to mix colors
● Paper towels
Demystifying Diabetes: Prediabetes - Turn it Around!
Thursday, Apr 11, 2024
10:00 a.m. ET • 9:00 a.m. CT • 8:00 a.m. MT • 7:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Knowledge is power, sis. So you should know that reversing prediabetes is often possible with careful attention to nutrition and exercise and by making other lifestyle changes.discuss with your doctor.
Hosted by Dr. Renée Branch Canady, chief executive officer of Michigan Public Health Institute, the insightful discussion will address: what is prediabetes and how do you know if you are at risk?; and how to reverse prediabetes and prevent the onset of diabetes through diet, exercise and other lifestyle choices.
Other presenters include endocronoligist Dr. Folake Akanbi and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Natalie Watha.
Zumba to the Rhythm
Thursday, Apr 11, 2024
11:00 a.m. ET • 10:00 a.m. CT • 9:00 a.m. MT • 8:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
The rhythm is gonna get you! Get fit and have fun in this home Zumba workout! Zumba mixes low-intensity and high-intensity dance moves set to Latin and World rhythms for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. This total workout class combines cardio, muscle conditioning and balance and flexibility moves.
Please consult your physician before beginning any new exercise regimen.
Fitness Friday: A Strength & Conditioning Workout for All
Friday, Apr 12, 2024
10:00 a.m. ET • 9:00 a.m. CT • 8:00 a.m. MT • 7:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Led by buff instructor DaShaun Johnson, this total body strength and conditioning home workout is designed to help you get stronger and more fit.
Light weights, water, a towel and comfortable clothing are recommended.
Part of the “Fitness Friday” series, the workout incorporates exercises to strengthen your muscles and bones, and increase your heart rate. It allows you to go at your own pace and can be tailored for every fitness level. Please consult your physician before starting any new exercise regimen.
In addition to the workout, each class will offer helpful AARP resources.
The Healing Art of Qigong
Friday, Apr 12, 2024
1:00 p.m. ET • 12:00 p.m. CT • 11:00 a.m. MT • 10:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Qigong is an ancient healing art that has been practiced for thousands of years for health and longevity. And studies show that qigong can help reduce anxiety and depression as well as boost your immune system and improve sleep.
Combining powerful stances with graceful movements performed both seated and standing, thisonline qigong class can help you develop better balance and more energy and vitality. They can also help soothe achy feet, tight hips and low back pain and ease restriction in mobility.
Please consult your physician before beginning any new exercise regimen.
Mindful Movement Mondays: Back Pain & Core Stability
Monday, Apr 15, 2024
10:00 a.m. ET • 9:00 a.m. CT • 8:00 a.m. MT • 7:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Movement exercises focus on back mobility and building core strength.
This class will help you gain a deeper understanding of how the different parts of the body are connected and how to hold yourself, stabilize your core and move properly to avoid back pain and injury.
The class will cover:
● Common types of back pain
● Causes of back pain
● Tools that can help you ease and manage back pain
Please consult your physician before beginning any new exercise regimen.
Enhance Your Workout With Yoga Fusion
Monday, Apr 15, 2024
11:00 a.m. ET • 10:00 a.m. CT • 9:00 a.m. MT • 8:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 45 Minutes
Unwind on Tax Day with this online yoga class that uses yoga poses, stretches and breathing techniques with other fitness moves, incorporating light weights (optional) and yoga straps. Self-care techniques such as hand and foot massages are part of the fun.
The fusion between yoga and other fitness exercises helps develop upper- and lower-body muscle strength and eye and hand coordination and can result in more vitality, improved posture, and a sense of well-being. Great for beginners!
Please consult your physician before beginning any new exercise regimen.