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 May 14, 2024 and May 24, 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! Have a question about any event? Contact the email listed with the details for that event to connect with the team that is hosting it.
Holistic Health: Mindful Breathing and Gentle Movement
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
3:00 p.m. ET • 2:00 p.m. CT • 1:00 p.m. MT • 12:00 p.m. PT
Duration: 90 Minutes
Find tranquility through mindful breathing, somatic movement and yoga nidra, a deeply relaxing form of yoga similar to a blissful guided meditation.
Try a Low-Impact Zumba Class
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
11:00 a.m. ET • 10:00 a.m. CT • 9:00 a.m. MT • 8:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Turn the beat around! Ease your way into Zumba with this less intensive, joint-friendly dance workout for older adults. But there are still plenty of dance moves to Latin grooves, without sacrificing any of the fun.
Put on Your Cowboy Boots and Try Line Dancing
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
12:00 p.m. ET • 11:00 a.m. CT • 10:00 a.m. MT • 9:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
As Bey would say, it’s a real life boogie and a real life hoedown. So put on your cowboy boots (or whatever shoes you want) and learn the basic country line dancing steps, from the shuffle to the Charleston to the grapevine. All experience levels and abilities are welcome.
Nature's Remedies: Herbs That Help You Detox
Thursday, May 16, 2024
11:00 a.m. ET • 10:00 a.m. CT • 9:00 a.m. MT • 8:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Discover the power of herbs to help cleanse your system of toxins naturally and contribute to overall wellness.
Cooking Class: Asian Noodles and Sauces
Thursday, May 16, 2024
5:00 p.m. ET • 4:00 p.m. CT • 3:00 p.m. MT • 2:00 p.m. PT
Duration: 90 Minutes
If you love oodles of noodles, you will making Indonesian Peanut Satay Lo Mein, a tasty one-skillet vegan dish, incorporating store-bought lo mein noodles, vegetables, tofu and a sweet and savory homemade peanut butter sauce. If you like, you can download a list of ingredients to have on hand.
Fitness Friday: A Strength & Conditioning Workout for All
Friday, May 17, 2024
10:00 a.m. ET • 9:00 a.m. CT • 8:00 a.m. MT • 7:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Let’s get physical! Led by instructor DaShaun Johnson, this total body strength and conditioning home workout is appropriate for all fitness levels and designed to help you build stronger muscles and bones, and increase your heart rate. Light weights, water, a towel and comfortable clothing are recommended.
A Virtual Hatha Yoga Class for All
Friday, May 17, 2024
11:00 a.m. ET • 10:00 a.m. CT • 9:00 a.m. MT • 8:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Yoga can help you increase flexibility, improve balance, and help to reduce chronic pain. Here, you’ll be guided in the gentle postures of Hatha yoga, which are typically held longer and practiced more slowly. No experience is necessary. A yoga mat or blanket, bolsters and yoga blocks may be helpful.
Try A Low-Impact Workout to Improve Mobility
Monday, May 20, 2024
11:00 a.m. ET • 10:00 a.m. CT • 9:00 a.m. MT • 8:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
This low-impact workout blends dance principles and yoga methods designed to increase mobility and flexibility. The workout begins seated in a chair and leads to standing movements for those comfortable performing them.
AARP Theater: Plácido Domingo: Opera Gala at Arena Di Verona
Monday, May 20, 2024
8:00 p.m. ET • 7:00 p.m. CT • 6:00 p.m. MT • 5:00 p.m. PT
Duration: 165 Minutes
Renowned opera singer Placido Domingo presents a program dedicated to Verdi, performing three of his most complex and majestic baritone roles at the Arena Di Verona, the ancient Italian amphitheater.
A Seated Stretching and Strengthening Workout
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
2:00 p.m. ET • 1:00 p.m. CT • 12:00 p.m. MT • 11:00 a.m. PT
Duration: Not listed
This virtual chair workout features a mild stretching and strengthening routine that stimulates circulation and relaxes the body.
Fitness: Learn the Ancient Art of Tai Chi
Friday, May 24, 2024
6:00 p.m. ET • 5:00 p.m. CT • 4:00 p.m. MT • 3:00 p.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
If you’re ready for a gentle, mindful workout, then try tai chi – an ancient Chinese martial art that involves a slow, meditative series of movements designed to open the body, improve oxygen intake, and help the body restore itself.